Kettlebell Front Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Front Squat
How to: Kettlebell Front Squat
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a kettlebell in front of you at chest level.
- Lower your body into a squat by pushing your hips back and bending your knees.
- Keep your chest up and back straight as you squat down, aiming for your thighs to be parallel to the ground.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom of the squat, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting knees cave inwards during the squat.
- Lifting heels off the ground.
- Rounding the back while lifting.
Modifications
- Use a lighter kettlebell or perform bodyweight squats.
- Perform the squat with a bench or box behind you as a safety measure.
Tips
- Maintain a straight back throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knees track over your toes as you squat down.
- Engage your core for better stability.
Kettlebell Front Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
kettlebell
thighs
strength training
lower body
core stability