How to do it
Keep your front shin vertical throughout the lunge descent.
- 1
Begin in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Step back with one foot into a reverse lunge position.
- 3
As you step back, throw a punch forward with the opposite arm.
- 4
Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- 5
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maintain balance and to maximize the engagement of your abs.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the back knee crash to the floor
- ✕Punching with a bent wrist and floppy hand
- ✕Overextending the reverse lunge stride length