Front Squat
exercise_detail.body_part: enums.body_part.LEGS
exercise_detail.description
The front squat is a compound lower body exercise that primarily targets the quadriceps, glutes, and core. It involves holding a barbell across the front of your shoulders while performing a squat, requiring greater core stability and mobility compared to the back squat.
exercise_detail.how_to_perform
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and position the barbell on the front of your shoulders, resting it on your deltoids.
- Cross your arms over the barbell or use a clean grip with your fingertips under the bar for support.
- Keep your elbows high and chest up to maintain an upright torso.
- Engage your core and begin the squat by bending at the hips and knees, lowering your body until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
- Ensure your knees track over your toes and do not cave inward.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position, keeping your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
exercise_detail.tips
- Focus on keeping your elbows high throughout the movement to prevent the bar from rolling forward.
- Maintain an upright torso by engaging your core muscles; this helps in balancing the weight effectively.
- Warm up with mobility exercises for wrists and shoulders to improve grip comfort and range of motion.
- Start with lighter weights to perfect form before progressing to heavier loads.
- Use lifting shoes or flat-soled shoes for better stability during the squat.
- Keep a neutral spine position by looking straight ahead or slightly upward.