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Barbell Lateral Lunge

Barbell Lateral Lunge: step-by-step technique, the muscles it works and a demo clip. Equipment: barbell.

Video and illustrations: Gym visual, licensed to AIron.Coach.
  • Equipmentbarbell
  • Body partupper legs
Primary muscles
glutes, quadriceps
Secondary muscles
hamstrings, calves
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How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Take a big step to the side with your right foot, keeping your left foot planted.
  3. Bend your right knee and lower your body down into a lunge position, keeping your left leg straight.
  4. Push off with your right foot and return to the starting position.
  5. Repeat on the other side, stepping with your left foot.

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