Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat

Learn how to do the Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat with proper form and technique. This barbell exercise primarily targets your Glutes, with secondary emphasis on Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calves, Core.

Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat

Follow these steps to perform the Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat with correct form:

  1. 1Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell resting on your upper chest, with your elbows pointing forward.
  2. 2Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, as if you are sitting back into a chair.
  3. 3Keep your chest up and your back straight as you lower down, making sure your knees do not go past your toes.
  4. 4Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to stand back up, extending your hips and knees.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat Muscles Worked

Primary

Secondary

quadricepshamstringscalvescore

Exercise Details

Equipment
barbell
Body Part
upper legs
Category
Main

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat work?

The Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat primarily targets your Glutes. Secondary muscles worked include Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Calves, Core. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your upper legs.

What equipment do I need for the Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat?

The Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat requires barbell. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.

How do I perform the Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat with proper form?

Start by start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell resting on your upper chest, with your elbows pointing forward.. Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, as if you are sitting back into a chair. Keep your chest up and your back straight as you lower down, making sure your knees do not go past your toes. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.

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