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Front Squats Barbell
The Front Squats Barbell is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes, core and hamstrings assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.
- Target muscles
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Core, Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across the front of your shoulders.
- Engage your core and keep your back straight.
- Lower your body into a squat by bending the knees and pushing hips back.
- Keep chest up and elbows high, with knees tracking over toes.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Maintain controlled movement and steady breathing.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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