Advanced Legs J: Front Squat with Pause & Step-Back Lateral Lunge
Advanced leg day with front squat with pause, step-back to lateral lunge combo, single-leg glute bridge, heels elevated goblet squat, and deficit deadlift.
The workout
- 1
Standing Leg Cradle to Lateral Lunge
30sCradle knee to chest then step into lateral lunge. Mobilizes hips and warms glutes.
- 2
Wall-Supported Heel Raise Squat
30sSquat while raising heels. Warms quads, calves, and improves ankle mobility.
- 3
Banded Standing Fire Hydrant
30sLift knee outward against band. Activates glutes and abductors.
- 4
Barbell Front Squat with Pause
45sPause at bottom of front squat. Builds strength through full range.
- 5
Dumbbell Step-Back to Lateral Lunge Combo
45sAlternate step-back and lateral lunges. Hits all planes of leg movement.
- 6
Barbell Single-Leg Glute Bridge
45sDrive through one foot with barbell. Glute isolation and stability.
- 7
Dumbbell Heels Elevated Goblet Squat
45sUse plates to elevate heels and squat. Quad-dominant variation.
- 8
Barbell Deadlift from Deficit
45sStand on plate for extended ROM. Hits full posterior chain.
- 9
Half Kneeling Lateral Hip Stretch
30sShift hips to side in lunge. Opens hips and adductors.
- 10
Standing Toe Reach with Foot Cross
30sCross foot over and reach down. Targets outer hamstrings.
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