Barbell Front Squat

Note: This is just a visual reference — it may vary depending on your setup.

Strength Lower body

Lower Body

Muscle Activation

Quadricep · Thighs

80%

Hamstrings

20%

Equipment

Barbell

Setup / Starting Position

Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across the front of your shoulders with an overhand grip.
Engage your core and keep your chest lifted throughout the exercise.

Exercise Position

Lower your body down into a squat position, bending your knees and pushing your hips back as if sitting into a chair.
Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.

Form & Performance

Inhale and lower your body down into the squat, keeping your knees in line with your toes.
Exhale and push through your heels to return to the starting position.