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Barbell Front Squat To Push Press
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Barbell Front Squat to Push Press can help us to function better in our daily lives. The squat portion strengthens the quads, glutes, and core and the press part works the shoulders and back. This is also a great exercise to increase core strength and ability
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Grab the bar at shoulder height, with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Rotate your elbows under the bar so that your palms are facing up and the bar is resting on your shoulders. -
Step 2
Release the bar, step back and place your feet a little wider than shoulder-width apart. -
Step 3
Keeping your core tight and your chest high, squat low, balancing your body weight on your midfoot. Once you reach the bottom point, pause and then quickly return to the starting position. -
Step 4
When standing, press the barbell hard over your head, using the momentum generated to help fully extend your arms. Hold the stationary barbell above your head, then slowly lower the weight back to the starting position.
Muscle Groups
Barbell Front Squat To Push Press targets Abs, Arms, Glutes, Hamstrings, Quads, Shoulders, Total Body as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Try not to round your back or lean forward at the torso. Instead, keep your back straight throughout the movement.
- Be careful to choose the right weight for your fitness level.
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