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Front Squat

advanced Barbell

Front-loaded squat that emphasizes quads and requires significant upper back strength.

Primary Muscles

Quadriceps

Secondary Muscles

Glutes Core Upper back

Instructions

Rest bar on front delts with elbows high. Squat keeping torso upright until thighs are parallel, then drive up.

Common Mistakes

Elbows dropping, excessive forward lean, wrist pain from poor rack position.

Variations

  • Goblet Squat
  • Zombie Front Squat
  • Cross-Arm Front Squat