The front leg raised lunge is a really good way to work through the full range of motion of the hip while also working into the quadriceps.
Some people call this exercise a front foot raised lunge, front leg elevated lunge, or also front foot elevated lunge, which might sound confusing, but the good news is that these are all the same exercise.
How to do a front foot elevated lunge?
Here's how to do the front foot raised lunge with correct form (also, make sure to check the video above!):
Set yourself up with a raised platform for your front foot. This should be as high as one or two plates or a step to begin with.
Place your front foot on the raised platform and work through your lunge as usual, paying particular attention to ensuring your knees stay over your toes.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and change sides.
If you feel that you still have a larger range of motion you can work through, you can increase the height of your raised platform.
What are the benefits of a front leg raised lunge?
The front foot elevated lunge helps you increase the range of motion of the hip, allowing for a deeper stretch in the hip flexors and greater muscle activation in the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes.
This enhanced range of motion and muscle engagement helps boost strength and muscle growth. Additionally, the deeper lunge position provides a more intense stretch, improving flexibility in the hip flexors and rear leg muscles.
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