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Lunge and dip variations for everyone

Stand with your feet hip-width apart and bend your left leg. Take the weight on your left foot with your left heel and arch your left knee should be directly over your left ankle.

LUNGE AND DIP Your hips should be in a straight line. Take your right hand and place it on your hip. Keep your chest lifted and your chin relaxed. Your arms should be at your sides, keeping the back straight. Your left leg is in the air with your left knee slightly bent. Bring your right leg in front of your left leg at a 45 degree angle. Your right knee should be directly over your right ankle. Repeat, alternating legs.

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HUSTLE Your feet should be together and pointing straight ahead. Step your left foot forward and back 3/4 of the way with your right foot. Then return to starting position (or closer to the floor if you like) Bring your hands to your body in front of your chest and push through your right heel to rise to standing. Dips and lunges are a great way to strengthen your core and balance, but they’re also very intense. You can also find many variations for each exercise.

VARIATIONS Stand with your feet hip-width apart, knees slightly bent. Take your left foot and place your right foot behind it, so that your right foot is on top of the small of your back. Bring your left knee over your right knee. Your chest should be lifted and your chin relaxed. Keeping your eyes focused straight ahead, bend your left knee and touch your left heel to the floor. Then return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side.