Overview

The sandbag side lunge is the frontal plane version of the lunge and is an excellent exercise for developing balance, stability and strengthening the quads, abductors, glutes, adductors, and hamstrings.

Teaching Points

  1. Start with the sandbag in the rack position.
  2. Keep your core braced and torso vertical throughout the movement.
  3. Stand with your feet close together and lunge sideways placing your foot flat on the floor, your other leg should remain straight.
  4. Try to stay tall at the bottom of the movement, keeping your chest facing forwards.
  5. Drive through the heel, squeeze the gluteal muscles on the lunging leg and return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the movement.

Common Problems & Solutions

Error: Spinal alignment falling into flexion.
Correction: Keep the chest lifted and facing forwards.