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Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Glutes accessibility Upper Legs
Quadriceps Hamstrings Calves Core

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Barbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

7.3

Force

push

Barbell Clean-grip Front Squat is a intermediate multi-joint compound pushing exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using barbell, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Quadriceps and Hamstrings.

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1

Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and the barbell resting on your upper chest, with your elbows pointing forward.

2

Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, as if you are sitting back into a chair.

3

Keep your chest up and your back straight as you lower down, making sure your knees do not go past your toes.

4

Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground, or as low as you can comfortably go.

5

Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your heels to stand back up, extending your hips and knees.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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