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Barbell Bench Front Squat

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Quads accessibility Upper Legs
Hamstrings Glutes Calves

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Barbell

Category

strength

Mechanic

compound

Cal/min

7.3

Force

push

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

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1

Set a flat bench behind you and rack a barbell at chest height.

2

Rest the barbell across the front of your shoulders, just below your collarbone, with your elbows lifted and upper arms parallel to the ground.

3

Step back so the bench is directly behind your heels, feet shoulder-width apart.

4

Keeping your chest up and elbows high, bend your knees and hips to lower yourself until your glutes lightly touch the bench.

5

Without relaxing onto the bench, push through your heels to return to the starting position.

6

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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