Alternating Barbell Forward Lunge

Primary muscles
Quads, Glutes
Secondary muscles
Hamstrings, Lower back
Equipment
Barbell
Movement pattern
Single Leg

Steps

  1. 1 Stand tall with a barbell resting across your upper back, holding it with an overhand grip wider than your shoulders.
  2. 2 Step one foot forward, lowering your hips until your front thigh is parallel to the floor and your rear knee hovers just above the ground.
  3. 3 Push off your front foot to return to the starting standing position, bringing your feet together.
  4. 4 Immediately step forward with your other foot and repeat the lunge movement.
  5. 5 Continue to alternate legs with each lunge.

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