Lunges

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No, not the sort of lunge you would administer to a traffic warden after he has just issued you with a parking ticket! We're taking slim thighs & firm buttocks! - Show me a person who doesn't want a pert bum and I'll show you a liar!

Here you can find out how Bodydoctor Fitness can show you the correct way to do lunges:

These Lunge exercises are part of The Bodydoctor Fitness and Weight Loss Programme which you can do yourself with our Fitness DVD and Book.

Performed properly lunges are excellent for quads, hamstrings, glutes (bottoms) and calves. Start with a weight that is comfortable. Technique is the most important thing. Stand with your feet hip width apart, abs contracted and pelvis in a neutral position. Hold a dumbbell in each hand with palms facing in (inhale). Take a large step forward with your left foot, leading with your heel and planting your left foot so that you right heel comes off the floor behind you. Then STOP. Then bend both knees simultaneously so that your left knee does not overshoot your ankle and your right knee points to the floor and your right shin is parallel to the floor and your right heel is lifted. Then STOP Push up (exhale) from the left leg to the starting position in one movement. Then alternate legs.

When doing Lunges DONT...

• ...Stand with your feet together
• ...Let your arms swing forward
• ...Try to keep you feet in a straight line with each other
• ...Step and bend in one movement
• ...Let your bodyweight come forward - you shoulders must remain aligned with your hips
• ...Let your back be rounded