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Front Squats Dumbbell Over Shoulders

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand.

Exercise details

Primary muscle

Quads

Also works: Glutes, Hamstrings

Equipment
Dumbbell
Tracking
Reps and weight

Execution

How to do it

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand. Position the dumbbells over your shoulders with your palms facing forward and elbows pointing down.

  2. Lower your body into a squat by bending your knees and hinging at your hips, pushing your knees lightly outwards as you descend.

  3. Continue lowering yourself until your thighs are just lower than parallel to the floor.

  4. Push through your heels to return to the starting position, extending your hips and knees. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Form tips

  • Ensure your knees track over your toes and do not cave inward during the squat.

  • Maintain a straight back and avoid leaning forward excessively.

  • Keep your chest up and your shoulders back to maintain proper posture.

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