Strength

Barbell Forward Lunge Hold

The Barbell Forward Lunge Hold strengthens and tones leg and core muscles. This exercise promotes stability, endurance, and balance while building muscle. The hold at the end increases muscle contraction, enhancing benefits.

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Barbell Forward Lunge Hold instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Position a barbell across the back of your shoulders, holding the bar with both hands.

Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart.

Take a long step forward with your right foot and lower your body towards the ground.

Hold this lunge position momentarily, ensuring your front knee does not go past your toes and your back knee doesn't touch the ground.

Push back up to the starting position and switch legs, repeating the lunge and hold with your left foot forward.

Position a barbell across the back of your shoulders, holding the bar with both hands.

Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart.

Take a long step forward with your right foot and lower your body towards the ground.

Hold this lunge position momentarily, ensuring your front knee does not go past your toes and your back knee doesn't touch the ground.

Push back up to the starting position and switch legs, repeating the lunge and hold with your left foot forward.

Equipment needed

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Bosu

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EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

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