The aim of lateral exercises – or exercises that use muscles in a sideways fashion – is to strengthen lateral muscles, such as lateral glutes, lateral hip muscles, lateral core muscles etc. In turn, ...

In the realm of functional fitness, lateral lunges are a versatile and underrated exercise, often overshadowed by forward and reverse lunge variations. Yet, these side lunges have a ton of great ...

When Hannah Montana sang, “put your arms to the sky, move side to side,” in Hoedown Throwdown, I like to think she was talking about side lunges. Chances are, you’ve done a few lunges in your ...

Editor’s note: Dana Santas, known as the “Mobility Maker,” is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and mind-body coach in professional sports, and is the author of the book “Practical ...

This article is a transcribed edited summary of a video Bob and Brad recorded in May of 2024. For the original video go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5qERHI9iWQ ...

Most runners are aware of the fact – if only grudgingly – that strength training is a vital component of a well-rounded training plan. As running coach Britany Williams says, no matter your speed, ...

Relatively simple but effective exercises are often particularly popular. Step-ups definitely fall into this category, primarily working our glutes and legs. They also burn calories at the same time.