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Barbell Lunge

Intermediate

Barbell Lunge

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

This exercise will also improve hip mobility, core stability, and muscular balance on both sides of the body.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Stand straight and hold the bar over your upper back.
  • Step 2

    Take a step forward with one foot, lowering your back knee to the floor, and keeping your front shin as vertical as possible. Return to the starting position.

Muscle Groups

Barbell Lunge targets Abs, Glutes, Hamstrings, Hips, Quads as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Do not let your front knee go past your toes at the bottom of the rep.
  • Make sure you drop into a lunge by lowering your hips rather than pushing your knee forward.
  • Don't let your front knee bend inward.