Exercise Description: Barbell Lunges

Specs: Muscles Worked: The primary muscles worked during barbell lunges are the Quadriceps, Glutes, and Hamstrings. Secondarily, just about every other muscle in your body as a stabiliser.

Instructions: 1) Start position: Stand with feet hip width apart. Place barbell on shoulders. 2) Step forward 2-3 feet and lower body forming a 90° bend at the front hip and knee. DO NOT allow front knee to extend past the big toe - may cause injury. 3) Pushing off front foot, return to start position. Continue with same leg or alternate as prescribed. 4) Remember to keep head and back upright in a neutral position. Shoulders and hips should remain squared at all times. 5) Watch for proper knee alignment - do not let front knee extend past big toe or deviate laterally or medially. Back knee should not come in contact with floor.