Barbell Crossover Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Barbell Crossover Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Crossover Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
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Step diagonally backward with your right foot, lowering your body into a lunge until your right knee is close to the ground.
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Push through your left heel to return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Barbell Crossover Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to maintain balance and protect your lower back.
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Avoid letting your front knee go past your toes during the lunge to prevent injury.
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Ensure the barbell is secure on your back, and don't hunch your shoulders.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Crossover Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Adductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Barbell Crossover Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Crossover Lunge, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
