How to do it
Plant each step on a straight line to challenge your balance.
- 1
Stand upright with a barbell resting on your upper back, feet hip-width apart.
- 2
Step forward with one leg, lowering your hips until both knees are bent at about a 90-degree angle.
- 3
Make sure your front knee is directly above your ankle, not pushed out too far.
- 4
Push up through your front heel to return to the starting position as you step forward with the opposite leg.
- 5
Continue alternating legs as you walk forward for the desired number of steps.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and core engaged throughout the movement to maintain balance and protect your lower back.
Common mistakes
- ✕Front knee caving inward during the descent
- ✕Taking strides too short for full depth
- ✕Barbell rolling up onto the neck mid-set