Lunges are one of the most effective exercises for toning and strengthening your legs. Discover their benefits, how to do them right, and why they should be a staple in your workout routine.

If you’re looking for another lower body exercise to sub in for squats, lunges could be the best bet. They don’t get quite the same hype as the squat, but they are a classic compound move.

This week: low lunge quad stretch. Regardless of the variation – barbell, dumbbell, sumo, split or yogi – squats are tough on the thighs and hips. If you’ve been incorporating a lot of them ...