Do lunges throw you off balance? Here’s how a pro trainer simplifies them for beginners
Lunges belong in that catalogue of exercises that everyone should know how to do. Lunges can improve lower-body strength, balance, build core stability and coordination, and increase hip mobility. But they can also be one of the hardest moves for beginners to master. When I introduce them to my new personal training clients, we spend a lot of time working on technique before we introduce variations or add resistance. One of the most common mistakes I see is stepping too far forward or looking down at their feet, both of which can throw them off balance and put extra strain on their knees. Article continues below You may like Lowering too fast can also cause people to wobble, as well as putting excess pressure on the knee joint. If you notice your knee caving in when you do a lunge, this could be a sign of weak glutes, in particular the gluteus medius (which you can strengthen with these three exercises). For more pointers, I asked certified trainer Allison Kalsched, from Allison Kalsched Fitness, how …
