Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge
Improve flexibility & leg strength with Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunges! Great for all fitness levels. Try it now!
The Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs) and quads, with help from the glutes & hips and core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Abductor (gluteus medius); Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Obliques
Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge
Starting Position:
Stand facing a wall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Position yourself around two feet away from the wall.
Raise your arms above your head, extending them straight out, and keep your palms facing forward.
Lunge Movement:
Step your right foot out to the side into a wide stance.
As you step out, bend your right knee while keeping your left leg straight.
Ensure that your right knee is aligned with your right foot and does not extend past your toes.
Lowering Phase:
Lower your hips into the lunge, feeling the stretch in your inner thigh and hip of the left leg.
Keep your back straight and your torso upright, engaging your core for stability.
Hold this position for a moment to feel the stretch.
Returning Phase:
Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
Bring your right foot back to shoulder-width stance and lower your arms back down.
Repeat:
Perform the desired number of repetitions on the right side (8-12 reps recommended).
Switch to the left side and repeat the movement.
Tips:
Maintain a slow and controlled movement throughout.
Focus on proper form and alignment to prevent injury.
Keep your shoulders relaxed and down away from your ears.
If you're a beginner, you can perform the lunge without going too low until you become comfortable with the movement.
Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge FAQs
What muscles does the Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge work?
The Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs) and quads, with help from the glutes & hips and core. The main muscles are the gluteus medius and quadriceps femoris.
What equipment do you need for the Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge?
None. The Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Side Against-Wall Wide-Stance Lunge variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Against-Wall Knee Cross-Over Sit, Chest to Split Wall Middle, Against-Wall Clamshell Sit and Toes-Inward Knee Slide Wall Squat.
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