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This unilateral lift builds functional strength and reveals muscular imbalances. It also improves hip stability and leg coordination.
Instructions
- Place a barbell on your upper back and step back from the rack with feet together.
- Step forward into a lunge with one leg and lower your hips toward the floor.
- Keep your front knee above your foot and back knee close to the ground.
- Push through your front heel to return to standing and repeat on the other side.
Related Muscle Groups
- Quads
See exercises for Quads · Learn about the Quads - Calves (secondary)
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See exercises for Hamstrings · Learn about the Hamstrings