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Smith Front Squat (Clean Grip)

Smith Front Squat (Clean Grip) demonstration

How to do it

  1. 1The smith front squat (clean grip) is a lower body exercise performed on a smith machine, targeting the glutes with significant involvement from the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and core.

Coaching cues

  • Set up the smith machine with the barbell at shoulder height.
  • Stand facing the barbell with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  • Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  • Step back and position the barbell on your front shoulders, resting it on your collarbone and deltoids.
  • Keep your chest up, back straight, and core engaged.
  • Lower your body by bending at the knees and hips, as if sitting back into a chair.
  • Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground or slightly below.
  • Pause for a moment, then push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  • Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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