Barbell Front Squat primarily works the quadriceps and core. It is categorized as a squat movement and uses Barbell and rack.
- Primary muscles
- quadriceps and core
- Equipment
- Barbell and rack
- Movement pattern
- squat
- Catalog difficulty
- 4 of 5
How to do Barbell Front Squat
- Elbows high, bar on shoulders
- Brace before you descend
Common mistakes
- Elbows dropping — lighten the load
Muscles worked
The primary catalog target is quadriceps, with core also involved. Exercise feel varies with setup, range of motion, and individual anatomy.
Easier and harder options
Easier option: Goblet Squat
Related exercises and substitutions
A useful substitute should preserve the job this movement has in the session—not merely train a nearby body part. Explore the related Movviva guides below, then compare pattern, target muscles, available equipment, and difficulty.
Goblet Squat · Goblet Squat · Leg Press · Box Squat (Bodyweight) · Heel-Elevated Squat · Split Squat
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