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barbell lunge

barbell lunge is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and a barbell resting on your upper back.

Step 2. Take a step forward with your right foot, keeping your torso upright.

Step 3. Lower your body by bending your right knee until your thigh is parallel to the ground.

Step 4. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

glutes

Secondary muscles

quadricepshamstringscalves

Primary body parts

thighsglutes

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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