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Suspension Trainer Reverse Lunge

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A unilateral lower-body exercise using a suspension trainer that targets the quads and glutes to build single-leg strength and stability; commonly used for balance training or as a regression.

About Exercise

Equipment

Suspension Trainer

Difficulty

3/5 • Beginner

Primary Muscle Groups

Quads, Glutes

Secondary Muscles

Calves, Abs, Hip Flexors

Popularity Score

7

Goals

Strength
Stability
Conditioning

Training Style

Functional Training

Setup Requirements

Requires Rack

No

Requires Bench

No

Requires Spotter

No

Space Needed

Small

Noise Level

Low

Muscle Breakdown

Quads

9/10

Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis

Glutes

8/10

Glute Max

Hamstrings

6/10

Abs

5/10

Rectus Abdominis

Calves

4/10

Hip Flexors

4/10

Iliopsoas

Programming

Typical Rep Range

8-15 reps

Rest Between Sets

60-90 seconds

How to Perform

Stand facing the anchor point holding the suspension trainer handles with elbows bent and light tension in the straps.

  1. Stand upright with feet hip-width apart, holding the handles for support.
  2. Step one foot back and lower the hips until the back knee hovers just above the floor.
  3. Ensure the front thigh is parallel to the ground and the knee tracks over the toes.
  4. Drive through the front heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Complete the set on one side before switching legs.

Coaching Tips

Form Cues

  • Chest up
  • Light grip on handles
  • Knee over toes
  • Drive through heel

Breathing

Inhale as you step back and lower; exhale as you drive back up to standing.

Tempo

3-1-1

Range of Motion

Lower until the front thigh is parallel to the floor and the rear knee is close to the ground without touching.

Safety

Safety Notes

  • Ensure anchor point is secure
  • Maintain controlled tempo
  • Keep weight primarily in legs

Spotting

Not recommended; use the suspension trainer for self-assistance.

Common Mistakes

  • Pulling too much with arms
  • Rear knee hitting floor
  • Leaning back excessively
  • Front heel lifting

When to Avoid

  • Knee injuries
  • Balance disorders
  • Recent hip/ankle surgery

Flexibility Needed

  • Hip flexion
  • Ankle dorsiflexion

Build Up First

  • Basic lunge form
  • Core stability

Also known as

TRX Reverse Lunge, Suspension Strap Reverse Lunge, Assisted Reverse Lunge, Suspension Lunge, TRX Step Back Lunge

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