PURPOSE
The Rear Lunge is the third exercise in Landmine Drill 1.
It challenges the hip stability and balance as well as prepares Soldiers to move under load from standing to kneeling firing positions.
The Figure above breaks down a 4-count version of the exercise as a Soldier conducts it.
CADENCE
4-count version
STARTING POSITION
The starting position for the Rear Lunge is the Straddle Stance position with the landmine held at chest height.
COUNT
● On count 1, take an exaggerated step back with the left leg.
The foot will be far enough back to prevent the heel from being on the ground.
● The landmine will continue to be held in front of the chest.
● On count 2, return to the starting position.
● On count 3, repeat the lunging motion with the right leg.
● On Count 4, return to the starting position.
This completes one repetition of the exercise.
REPETITIONS
● Complete this exercise 5–10 times.