Strength

Barbell Front Squat

Barbell Front Squat strengthens and tones your lower body, especially thighs and calves. It requires abdominal engagement, enhancing core strength and stability, making it a perfect add-on to your strength training routine.

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Barbell Front Squat instructions

Step-by-step instructions

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, with the barbell resting against your chest and under your chin.

Grip the barbell with your palms facing upwards and close to your body.

Lower your body as if you were sitting down, keeping your back straight and your knees above your toes.

Push upwards using your legs, returning to the starting position.

Repeat for the programmed number of reps, making sure to keep your elbows high and your chest up throughout the movement.

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, with the barbell resting against your chest and under your chin.

Grip the barbell with your palms facing upwards and close to your body.

Lower your body as if you were sitting down, keeping your back straight and your knees above your toes.

Push upwards using your legs, returning to the starting position.

Repeat for the programmed number of reps, making sure to keep your elbows high and your chest up throughout the movement.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

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Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

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