Lunges - do you like to go forward or backward?

kjw1031

I think I keep better form when I go backward during alternating lunges, so I do most of them that way.

Am I missing out on anything by not doing more of them going forward?

Shelbert79

I feel the same way, not sure why but I feel like I have better form on reverse/backward lunges.

vtachycardia

I used to hate all lunges but now I love them all. Every postion emphasises a different part of the leg musculature and so you should try to work lunges from all available angles.

Wide
Narrow
Front
Back
Side
external rotations
internal rotations
with weights
with benches
with steps
Front with leg stepping over
Back with leg crossing over
Plyometric Lunges

There are hundreds of variations. youtube Lunge matrix or research lunge matrix and you will be amazed.

kjw1031

Thanks for these responses.

I do vary the squats and lunges I do somewhat (stationary, alternating, using a step), but I'll enjoy looking at the Lunge Matrix this evening and adding more variety.

vtachycardia

That's great, do the research you will not regret mastering lunges and then adding upper body movements to the lunge.