The lateral lunge is one of the most powerful mobility exercises to open up your hips, adductors, and ankles—and it’s an essential part of moving well in all planes of motion, not just forward and backward. 🔹 How to Do It: 1. Start standing tall with your feet hip-width apart. 2. Step out to the side, keeping your toes pointed forward. 3. Shift your weight into the stepping leg as you sit your hips back, keeping the opposite leg straight. 4. Push through the heel to return to standing. You’ll f