Denise Lunges are a great way to tone your lower body. Varying the type of lunge you perform will produce differing results. The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (2009) reported a study that examined two types of lunges, walking lunges and jumping lunges, used in training competitive athletes. The “walking lunges” (slow and controlled lunges from one leg to the other) proved superior for shaping and strengthening hamstrings. The “jumping lunges” (jumping and switching lunge position from one leg to the other) were better at improving sprint speed.
Want to blast those quadriceps and calves? Try “sneaky lunges”. Perform the walking lunges with heels off the ground. Imagine tiptoeing with a very long stride. Just take care to keep that lead knee above the ankle – never beyond. Make lunges a regular part of your fitness routine and shape those legs up in no time!
Denise Rejent-Lee
BRICKS Kickboxing
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