Barbell Overhead Lunge
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The barbell overhead lunge is an exercise that develops strength, stability, and coordination. It engages the core muscles intensely while targeting the legs and shoulders, enhancing overall functional fitness. This exercise also promotes balance and flexibility.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell overhead.
- Step forward with one leg into a lunge, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at 90-degree angles.
- Keep the core tight and back straight, ensuring the bar stays stable overhead.
- Push through the front heel to return to the starting position.
- Alternate legs for each repetition.
Muscles worked
Primary Deltoid Anterior Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps
Secondary Gastrocnemius Hamstrings Triceps Brachii
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