Forward Lunge



Step wide and dip straight down for your forward lunge The forward lunge, as with most lunges during a cool down, should be done slowly and fluidly. Remember this cool down session should follow some other transitional exercise (such as a slow walk).

I mention this because it is easy to use this technique to bring your healthy heart rate back into one of your cardio zones. We are cooling down, so this should be avoided.

This exercise can be done either as a stationary exercise, or as a walking lunge. Personally, when I am cooling down, I prefer to do them in place. I find that walking forward while lungeing can quickly elevate my healthy
heart rate (if I am
not mindful of how quickly I am doing them),
defeating the purpose of a cool down.

Forward Lunge will stretch your hip and tone your butt. Step forward with a wide, yet comfortable step. Distribute your weight evenly on both feet. Keeping your back and neck straight, dip down with your back leg. Your knee should never touch the ground.

Place your hands on your hips. The goal is to keep your weight evenly distributed on both legs, so you don't want to be leaning on that front leg. Remember not to bounce. Your movements should never be "bouncy" or sudden.

Using these exercises will move you forward to becomeing a great Fitness Woman!



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