Side lunges, also known as lateral lunges, are an excellent exercise that provide benefits to beginners and more experienced athletes alike. Not only do they provide benefits to your leg muscles and glutes, but they help build balance and stability throughout your body.

Dumbbells can be added to the lunge for an additional challenge if desired. Best of all, done correctly these side lunges can lead to improved weight loss and health benefits over time! It's easy to get started too; just remember to keep your chest up, lower your hips back, don’t let your knee collapse inwards towards the midline of your body and push off through the heel on the floor rather than the toes when you push back up again.

Try a few simple side lunges for yourself today for an enjoyable workout with real benefits!