Reverse Lunge to Forward Press (I) For Tennis

Exercise 6.52 from Chapter 6 of Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning for Tennis. Watch the demonstration, then review the book setup and the footage note below.

Exercise Video

Starting Position

Stand with the bar close to one shoulder and the weighted end resting on the floor in front.

How To Perform The Exercise

Step backward into a reverse lunge, keeping weight through the front heel. Push up through the lead leg and press the bar forward, then return to the starting stance.

Book Setup And Video Note

The footage uses a floor-anchored bar and demonstrates both lead-leg positions. The book directs a one-hand barbell hold, then switching the leg and arm.

Equipment: Barbell
Book Difficulty Level: 1 of 5

Progressions And Related Exercises

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For the canonical technique and progression, see Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning for Tennis, exercise 6.52.