Exercise technique

walking high knees lunge

The walking high knees lunge is a dynamic exercise that combines high knee raises with forward lunges, targeting the cardiovascular system while also engaging the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. It is performed using only body weight and is effective for improving cardiovascular endurance, coordination, and lower body strength.

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How do you perform this exercise?

Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
Lift your right knee up towards your chest as high as you can while balancing on your left leg.
Step forward with your right foot and lower your body into a lunge position, bending both knees to a 90-degree angle.
Push off with your right foot and bring your left knee up towards your chest.
Step forward with your left foot and lower your body into a lunge position.
Continue alternating legs and lunging forward, keeping your core engaged and maintaining a steady pace.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.