Reverse Barbell Box Lunge
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Reverse Barbell Box Lunge focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Reverse Barbell Box Lunge with proper form and technique.
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Stand with a barbell across your upper back and feet shoulder-width apart.
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Step one foot backward into a lunge, lowering your back knee towards the ground while keeping your front knee above your ankle.
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Push through your front heel to return to the starting position, then repeat on the other leg.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Reverse Barbell Box Lunge safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your chest up and core engaged to maintain proper posture throughout the movement.
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Ensure your front knee tracks over your ankle to avoid strain on your joints.
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Avoid leaning forward; keep your back straight to prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Reverse Barbell Box 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 Reverse Barbell Box Lunge, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Reverse Barbell Box 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.
