EXERCISE OF THE WEEK; Week 19

This exercise, though similar to your typical squat focuses individually on each leg.  By doing your squats side-to-side, you can build more strength in each leg than with regular squats, while also targeting other muscle groups.  

WEEK 19

LATERAL SPLIT LUNGES

Proper Form: Start with a very wide stance, flat feet and your feet straight. Sit back into one hip and push that knee out. When you squat focus on pushing your weight through your heel. Repeat on the other side for desired reps, then rest and repeat.  Add dumbbells (or other weight materials) to make it more difficult.
**TIPS: While performing this exercise focus on keeping your chest up and back flat.

Muscles Worked: Your glute (butt) and upper leg muscles will be targeted in this exercise.