*Curtsy lunge with kick

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This is another of Jen's combo leg/glute exercises. It envolves a lot of legs and glutes and core and balance (as you can see, she loses her balance a little in the video).

Begin in a standing upright position. Place one of your feet behind the other and crossing over as far to the side as comfortable possible. Your front foot will remain stationary. Lower your rear knee until it almost touches the ground. Push back upright with enough force to kick the rear foot up and out to your side. Return back to the starting position with your foot back behind and out to the side of your front foot. Be sure to do both sides.

You may make this exercise easier by holding on to a stationary object while doing it. You may also skip the kick and just do the lunges. Only go as low as you feel comfortable. With patience and persistence, you will be going all the way down in no time.

Curtsy lunges are a great exercise for kids

A great coordination builder that's lots of fun when you add the extra little kick!

Workouts using this exercise:

Hardcore Intervals

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