The lunge is a familiar movement in our lives, but many people don’t know that there are actually upgraded versions of the lunge, such as adding a barbell. There are obvious differences in the movements, and the exercise effects are also different. How to do the standard barbell lunge movement.
1. Barbell lunge standard movement
This action is somewhat difficult and requires us to use a barbell to complete it. First, we hold the barbell in our hands, use our back muscles to fix the barbell behind our head, and use both hands to grasp the barbell. At the beginning, our body stands straight, and when the movement begins, our front leg first steps forward and bends the knee, and then presses down the body. In the process, our back leg also bends until both of our legs are in a 90-degree state. . Then we slowly retract the action. During this process, our legs never touch the floor.
2. Things to note when doing barbell lunges
The barbell lunge is difficult because it requires us to use our back muscles to fix the barbell. It is best to have professional guidance during this process. In addition, we need to choose the weight of the barbell in advance to avoid improper weight selection, which may cause injury to our body.
3. The difference between standard lunges and barbell lunges
We don’t need to use a barbell for standard lunges, so the movements are easier. The movements are actually very similar, but the weight selected is different. Of course, if the barbell lunge is more difficult, the exercise effect will be better, while the standard lunge is more suitable for novices and is also the basis of the barbell lunge. Only with this foundation can we complete the more difficult tasks better. action.
The lunge can be regarded as an action that we have been exposed to since childhood, but with the addition of a barbell, the action is very different. Of course, the parts of our body that are exercised and the fitness effects are also different. So friends who want to keep fit can try this new move.