Runner's Lunge to Balance
Step 1
From a standing position, step backwards with one leg, bending your front knee and lowering your back knee towards the ground in a crouch position. Keep your front shin as vertical as possible.
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Step 2
Push through your front heel and stand up, lifting your rear leg off the floor while simultaneously hinging forward from your hips, leaning your upper body towards the ground. Keeping a flat back, balance in this position for the desired amount of time and return to lunge.
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Progressions & Variations
Tips
Avoid rounding your back during the balance portion of the exercise. Instead, keep core braced and back flat.
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