Lunges and squats are two of the best exercises for building lower body strength and muscle. But if you’ve got certain joint issues, injuries, or mobility concerns, squats and lunges may be off-limits.
In my fifteen years as a certified personal trainer, I’ve worked with lots of clients who can’t squat or lunge. Instead, we do the following four chair exercises that target key lower body muscle groups like the quads, hamstrings, glutes, and hip stabilizers. These moves are also a great option for beginners, and they can be made more challenging by using dumbbells and resistance bands.
