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Marie Claire
Marie Claire
Lifestyle
Chloe Gray

Lunges are hailed as the most elite of workout moves - so, are they effective for improving muscle, stability and strength?

A woman doing a forward lunge.

You don't have to be a workout aficionado to name lunges as one of the best exercises. But have you ever wondered how effective lunges really are and if you should be prioritising them in the gym?

Look, we're all short on time and desperate for our workouts to work. So checking in that you're performing the most effective moves is a good step. And if your training sessions are littered with lunges, there's good news: studies show that lunges can improve muscle strength and balance in the legs.

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