Low Lunge Twist
Expert Advice
Keep your front knee aligned with your ankle and avoid letting it go past your toes to maintain proper form and protect your knee joint.
How-to-do Steps
- Start in a forward lunge position with your right foot forward and left knee on the ground.
- Place your left hand on the ground and twist your torso to the right, extending your right arm towards the ceiling.
- Hold the twist for a few seconds, then return to the starting position.
- Repeat on the other side, with your left foot forward and right hand on the ground.
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Muscles Worked
Low Lunge Twist primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Shoulders, Chest, Abs, Triceps, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads15%
Hamstrings15%
Calves10%
Glutes15%
Shoulders10%
Chest10%
Abs10%
Triceps15%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Low Lunge Twist work?
Low Lunge Twist primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Shoulders, Chest, Abs, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Low Lunge Twist?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Low Lunge Twist suitable for beginners?
Low Lunge Twist is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
