Barbell Reverse Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Barbell Reverse Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Barbell Reverse Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and a barbell resting on your upper back (shoulders).
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Step back with one leg, lowering your back knee toward the ground while keeping your front knee directly over your ankle.
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Push through your front heel to return to the starting position, ensuring your torso stays upright throughout the movement.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Barbell Reverse 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 extend past your toes to prevent strain.
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Keep your back straight and chest lifted to ensure proper posture.
Secondary Muscles
While Barbell Reverse Lunge primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings . 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 Reverse Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Barbell Reverse 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.
