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Barbell Pause Lunges

The Barbell Pause Lunges is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes and hamstrings assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.

Barbell Pause Lunges demonstration
Target muscles
Quads
Also works
Glutes, Hamstrings
Equipment
Barbell
Body part
Upper legs

Step by step

  1. Stand upright with feet hip-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
  2. Step forward with one leg into a lunge position.
  3. Lower your body until the front thigh is parallel to the floor.
  4. Pause at the bottom of the lunge for 1-2 seconds.
  5. Push through the front heel to return to the starting position.
  6. Keep torso upright and knees tracking over toes.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions and switch legs.

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