Reverse Lunge Form: Are You Leaning the Wrong Way?

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One of the most common mistakes we see with reverse lunges is leaning way too far back. A lot of people think their torso should stay completely upright — but in reality, this overcorrection pulls the work away from your front leg and can put extra stress on your lower back.

Instead, the correct form is to allow a slight forward lean from your hips. Keep your chest tall, your core braced, and drive through your front heel. This ensures your glutes and quads are working hard while keeping your spine safe.

Want to actually see what this looks like? We broke it down in a quick reel on Instagram. Check out the demo here 👉 Follow us on Instagram and watch the “Reverse Lunge Mistakes” reel to see the right vs. wrong way in action.

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