Reverse lunges are a lower body squat pattern exercise that primarily target the quadriceps and glutes. They are similar to forward lunges, but instead of stepping forward, you step backward and have a trunk lean forward to emphasize the glutes more. The main muscles targeted during a reverse lunge are the glutes, quadriceps, and hamstrings. Additionally, the reverse lunge also engages the smaller stabilizing muscles of the hip, knee, and ankle due to the staggered stance. The reverse lunge is a compound exercise, which means it works multiple muscle groups at once, saving time and increasing the total calorie burn.