Exercise library
Quads
Barbell Front Squat
- Primary muscle
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Core
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Movement pattern
- Squat
- Role in a program
- Anchor lift
How to do it
Rest the bar on the front delts with elbows high and torso tall. Squat straight down keeping the elbows up, then drive through the mid-foot to stand without letting the chest collapse.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the quads — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Barbell Back SquatBarbellSquat
- Barbell Box SquatBarbellSquat
- Barbell Bulgarian Split SquatBarbellSquat
- Barbell Deficit SquatBarbellSquat
- Barbell Forward LungeBarbellSquat
- Barbell Hack SquatBarbellSquat
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the quads: