Barbell Pause Lunge

Expert Advice

Maintain a tight core throughout the movement to stabilize your body and protect your lower back.

Stand up straight with a barbell resting on your upper back.
Step forward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
Pause at the bottom for a count of two.
Push up through your front heel to return to the starting position.
Repeat on the other leg.

Primary

Glutes45%

Quads45%

Secondary

Calves10%

Equipment

Barbell

Exercise Type

Strength