Squash Fitness: Walking Lunge Mistakes
May 02, 2025
When it comes to squash training, not all gym exercises translate to better on-court performance. One of the most common—but often misunderstood—movements? Walking lunges.
In this new video, I break down why walking lunges may not be the best fit for squash players—and what you should be doing instead to move better, recover faster, and compete at a higher level.
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What You’ll Learn:
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The principle of specificity in training—and why it matters
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Why forward lunging doesn’t mimic the way squash is actually played
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More effective alternatives: split squats, lunge pulses, and dynamic recovery drills
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How to train deceleration and recovery—two of the most underrated aspects of squash movement
Train Smarter, Play Better
If you’ve been hammering away at walking lunges, hoping to improve your squash, this is your sign to switch things up.
It’s time to train with purpose—not just sweat for the sake of it.
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