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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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