Barbell Front Rack Lunge Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Calves, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Front Rack Lunge
How to: Barbell Front Rack Lunge
- Stand tall with a barbell resting across your front shoulders.
- Step forward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- Make sure your front knee is directly above your ankle.
- Push back up to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- Alternate between legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not generating enough distance with each lunge.
- Leaning too forward, compromising posture.
- Rounding the shoulders instead of keeping them back.
Modifications
- Perform the lunge without weights to reduce difficulty.
- Use a lower weight or resistance band for support.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Ensure your front knee does not extend past your toes.
- Maintain a straight back and proper posture during the lunge.
Barbell Front Rack Lunge Alternatives
Tags
legs
strength
quads
lunges
fitness
weightlifting