Crescent Lunge Side Bend

Come into a high lunge with both arms raised overhead, then lean both arms in an arc toward the side of the front leg while keeping your hips square forward. Alternate sides.

30s each sideAdvancedStandingNo equipment

How to do the Crescent Lunge Side Bend

  1. Come into a high lunge with both arms raised overhead.
  2. Then lean both arms in an arc toward the side of the front leg while keeping your hips square forward. Alternate sides.

What it targets

Primary muscle groups: Core, Hips, Shoulders.

Commonly included in conservative-care programs for: Lower Back Pain.

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