How to Do Barbell Front Chest Squat

Barbell Front Chest Squat is a quads exercise using barbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Quads

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Barbell Front Chest Squat

  1. 01Rest the barbell across the anterior deltoids and clavicles using either a clean grip or a cross-arm rack.
  2. 02Position the feet shoulder-width apart and lift the elbows until the upper arms are parallel to the floor.
  3. 03Inhale and descend by bending the hips and knees while keeping the spine perpendicular to the ground.
  4. 04Drive through the heels to return to a standing position, keeping the elbows elevated throughout the ascent.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Front Chest Squat

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Quads Extends the knee, driving squats, lunges and jumps.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Maintain a vertical torso to prevent the barbell from rolling forward off the deltoids.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Front Chest Squat questions

What muscles does Barbell Front Chest Squat work?

Barbell Front Chest Squat is catalogued as a quads exercise in A90 Training Club, with the quads as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Front Chest Squat correctly?

Rest the barbell across the anterior deltoids and clavicles using either a clean grip or a cross-arm rack. Position the feet shoulder-width apart and lift the elbows until the upper arms are parallel to the floor. Inhale and descend by bending the hips and knees while keeping the spine perpendicular to the ground. Drive through the heels to return to a standing position, keeping the elbows elevated throughout the ascent.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Front Chest Squat?

Maintain a vertical torso to prevent the barbell from rolling forward off the deltoids.

Is Barbell Front Chest Squat suitable for beginners?

Barbell Front Chest Squat is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Front Chest Squat?

Barbell Front Chest Squat uses barbell.

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