Lunge with Transverse Reach
Lunge with Transverse Reach
Proper Technique:
- This lunge is performed in a frontal and diagonal direction that imitates a volley
- For this reason, a wide stance is taken where the trailing leg is left only slightly bent at the bottom of the lunge
- The arms should be extended forward to imitate the swinging action of a tennis racket or a medicine ball can be utilized
Targeted Muscles
- Quads
- Gluteus
- Hamstrings
- Hip Flexors
- Shoulders
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Lower Back
RECOMMENDED LINKS
- Read about the benefits of a proper warm up routine
- http://www.fit-2-hit.com - Blog on Athletic Conditioning & Health
- http://www.conditioning-coach.com - Tennis & Conditioning Coach
Improper Technique:
Taking small lunges without a full reach with the arms. The idea is to imitate a reaching return volley in competitive play.
Positions:
Common Errors:
Taking to small of a lunge or allowing the knee to surpass the toes.
Video:
- Stretching: