How to Do Barbell Lateral Lunges

Barbell Lateral Lunges is a quads exercise using barbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Quads

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Barbell Lateral Lunges

  1. 01Rack a barbell across your upper trapezius and stand with feet hip width apart.
  2. 02Take a large step to the side while keeping your toes pointed forward.
  3. 03Hinge at the hips and bend the working knee while keeping the other leg straight.
  4. 04Drive forcefully off the midfoot to return to the standing upright position.
  5. 05Maintain a neutral spine and upright torso throughout the entire range of motion.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Lateral Lunges

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Quads Extends the knee, driving squats, lunges and jumps.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep your trailing leg completely straight and your weight centered on the heel of the working leg.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Lateral Lunges questions

What muscles does Barbell Lateral Lunges work?

Barbell Lateral Lunges is catalogued as a quads exercise in A90 Training Club, with the quads as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Lateral Lunges correctly?

Rack a barbell across your upper trapezius and stand with feet hip width apart. Take a large step to the side while keeping your toes pointed forward. Hinge at the hips and bend the working knee while keeping the other leg straight. Drive forcefully off the midfoot to return to the standing upright position. Maintain a neutral spine and upright torso throughout the entire range of motion.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Lateral Lunges?

Keep your trailing leg completely straight and your weight centered on the heel of the working leg.

Is Barbell Lateral Lunges suitable for beginners?

Barbell Lateral Lunges is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Lateral Lunges?

Barbell Lateral Lunges uses barbell.

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