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Barbell Lunge

Intermediate
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How to Do It

  1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and a barbell resting on your upper back.
  2. Take a step forward with your right foot, keeping your torso upright.
  3. Lower your body by bending your right knee until your thigh is parallel to the ground.
  4. Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat with your left leg, alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Barbell

Muscles Worked

PrimaryGlutes
Secondary
QuadricepsHamstringsCalves