Barbell Front Rack Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Front Rack Lunge
How to: Barbell Front Rack Lunge
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold a barbell across the front of your shoulders.
- Step forward with your right leg, lowering your body until your right knee is bent at a 90-degree angle.
- Keep your left knee just above the ground without touching it.
- Push back up to the starting position, using the heel of your front foot.
- Alternate legs with each repetition.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward
- Allowing the back knee to touch the ground
- Not maintaining an upright torso
Modifications
- Perform the lunge without weights for lower intensity.
- Use a TRX strap or similar for support during the movement.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
- Use a lighter weight if you're a beginner to perfect your form.
- Make sure your front knee does not extend past your toes during the lunge.
Barbell Front Rack Lunge Alternatives
Tags
strength
leg exercise
lunge
barbell
lower body
fitness