Glutes exercise · barbell
Barbell Rear Lunge
The barbell rear lunge is a barbell exercise that targets the glutes, with the quadriceps, hamstrings and calves assisting.
How to do the barbell rear lunge
- Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and a barbell resting on your upper back.
- Take a step backward with your right foot, landing on the ball of your foot.
- Bend both knees to lower your body until your left thigh is parallel to the ground.
- Push through your left heel to return to the starting position.
- Repeat with the other leg.
Sets and reps
For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.
Muscles worked
The main muscle is the glutes. The quadriceps, hamstrings and calves work as secondary muscles. See all glute exercises or every barbell exercise.
