Barbell Bench Front Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Adductor Magnus, Soleus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Bench Front Squat
How to: Barbell Bench Front Squat
- Start by positioning a barbell on your upper chest.
- Stand in front of a bench with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body into a squat position while keeping your back straight.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward excessively during the squat.
- Not going low enough to engage the full range of motion.
- Allowing the knees to cave inward.
Modifications
- Perform the squat with a lighter weight to focus on form.
- Use a bench for partial squats if full depth is challenging.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.
- Use a comfortable weight that allows you to perform the exercise with good form.
- Breath out while pushing up through the heels.
Barbell Bench Front Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
thighs
leg exercise
strength training
barbell
quadriceps