PURPOSE
The Assisted Lateral Lunge is the first exercise in Suspension Training Drill 2.
This exercise uses the suspension trainer to assist a Soldier’s balance and increase the range of the lateral lunge movement.
The Figure above breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it.
CADENCE
Controlled cadence
STARTING POSITION
The starting position for the Assisted Lateral Lunge is the Straddle Stance with the suspension straps held at tension at chest height.
COUNT
● From the starting position, perform an exaggerated step to the left, bending the left knee while pulling increased tension on the straps.
The trunk remains facing ahead and, with the right foot remaining in its starting position, the right leg is abducted straight out to the side.
● From this position, pull on the straps to assist with a return to the starting position.
● The lateral lunge movement is then repeated to the right side.
REPETITIONS
● Complete this exercise 5–10 times.
● The movement can be modified by changing the range of motion of the lunge or the length of the straps.