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Dumbbell Front Squat demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Dumbbell Front Squat

A squat holding dumbbells racked at the shoulders, keeping the torso upright and emphasizing the quads.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Lower Back · Abs · Hamstrings

Instructions

  1. 01

    Hold a dumbbell in each hand resting on top of your shoulders.

  2. 02

    Keep your elbows high and torso upright.

  3. 03

    Lower your hips by bending knees until thighs are parallel to the floor.

  4. 04

    Drive through your heels to stand back up.

  5. 05

    Maintain a neutral spine throughout.

  6. 06

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.