High Lunge Variations

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High Lunge, Variation

Intermediate

Ally Hamilton

When you see "high lunge variation", do you know what that means? No?! Here's a pose tutorial, so you'll know what you're in for ;)

Class details

Benefits

Strengthens the core
Opens the hip flexors, psoas, and quadriceps
stabilizes the hamstrings and stretches the calves

Key Alignment Points

From standing forward fold, step your left foot back, making sure your right knee and ankle are in line.
Back toes are tucked, slight bend in the back knee.
Draw your navel in and rise up, extending your arms toward the sky.
Lengthen your low back, press your back leg straight.
Arm variations vary, but if you’re reaching up, wrap your triceps forward and relax your shoulders, even as you extend all the way through your fingertips.

Contraindications

Serious knee injuries.

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