Barbell lunge to press: how to do it and what it works

Compound pattern of a lunge and a vertical push.

Image: start and end of the movement.

How to do it

Coordinated combination of a lunge and a press that integrates leg strength, shoulders and trunk control.

Form. Secure the lunge first, stabilize the bar and press without leaning the trunk back.

Common mistake. Losing balance from speeding up, arching the lower back, or locking the elbows violently.

Quadriceps, Deltoid · Barbell

The muscles listed are an editorial reference, not a measurement. Adjust the range and the load to what feels comfortable.

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