Stretching

Crossover Reverse Lunge

The crossover reverse lunge is an intermediate stretching exercise for your lower back, using just your body weight.

Main muscles
Lower back
Also works
Abs, Abductors, Glutes, Hamstrings, Quads
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate
Crossover Reverse Lunge, starting position
Start
Crossover Reverse Lunge, end position
Finish

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.
  2. Perform a rear lunge by stepping back with one foot and flexing the hips and front knee. As you do so, rotate your torso across the front leg.
  3. After a brief pause, return to the starting position and repeat on the other side, continuing in an alternating fashion.

Alternatives to the crossover reverse lunge

Pelvic Tilt Into Bridge Body weight Cat Stretch Body weight Child's Pose Body weight Dancer's Stretch Body weight Hug Knees To Chest Body weight Standing Pelvic Tilt Body weight