Are you an athlete that is trying to improve their athleticism? Are you someone that is trying to improve their overall fitness? The front squat is our favorite squat variation for athletes and general population clientele. Here is one of our trainers demonstrating what it looks like using a barbell, but you could also use a dumbbell, kettlebell, or medicine ball to do the same exercise. For more variations, make sure to check out our YouTube channel! 1) To begin place the bar on the rack approximately armpit height.
2) Grasp the bar with closed pronated grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. 3) Begin to rotate arms under and around the bar so that the bar is placed slightly below shoulders. 4) Keep elbows lifted up and forward, wrists should be hyperextended. 5) Lift bar away from rack, take one step backwards. Position feet shoulder width apart. 6) Starting downward movement of the squat, begin descending toward the floor like you are going to sit on a chair. 7) After thighs are parallel to the floor, start the upward movement by pushing up through your feet until back at starting position. 8) Step forward and rack the bar after recommended repetitions are complete.
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About the AuthorRyan Lockard, CSCS, CSPS is the founder and head trainer of Specialty Athletic Training and is accredited by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and a Certified Special Populations Specialist. He is a member of the board of directors for the Autism Society of America and the Central Oregon Disability Support Network.
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