This is a simple well performed strength exercise which has direct relevance to strength in the Powerstep. It is the first stage of strengthening the body in order to strengthen a specific move. I call this a straddle lunge where the bar is held between the legs, which keeps the bar as close as possible to the player’s centre of gravity as the lunge is performed. This would progress into a single leg lunge which stimulates the landing foot of the Powerstep even more precisely. Notice Deborah’s front knee does not go past her front toe and that her upper body posture is perfect.