Which of the following is a fault observed in a walking lunge?

• A. Forward inclination of the torso
• B. Short stepping
• C. Over-rotation of the torso
• D. Push-off from the rear foot only

Answer: (A)

In a walking lunge, the torso should stay upright with a neutral spine and hips square. A forward inclination of the torso is a fault because it shifts the center of mass forward, increases stress on the lower back, and reduces the ability to use the hips and glutes effectively. Leaning forward often means the front knee travels forward past the toes more than it should and the torso load isn’t balanced between the legs, making the movement less stable and less powerful. To fix it, cue yourself to lift the chest, keep the ribs stacked over the pelvis, engage the core, and hinge from the hips while maintaining a tall posture and a forward gaze. Push back up through both legs rather than relying primarily on the rear foot. The other options describe different potential faults, but the upright torso directly supports proper knee tracking, spinal loading, and hip engagement.