
The Basics of the Barbell Front Squat - StrongFirst
Jan 28, 2014 · The barbell front squat is a very effective squat variation, and when compared to the back squat, is just plain hard work. In addition, the carryover to sport and life cannot be ignored. From the …
Build a Base of Strength with the 5RM Kettlebell Front Squat Program
Sep 12, 2017 · This was my motivation for creating a 5RM kettlebell front squat program. I wanted to show my students how their strength would improve with focus and planning. As a bonus, the …
Kettlebell - Goblet vs. Front Squat | The Forum
Jan 25, 2022 · The weight on the goblet squat is all concentrated in one area, making it more challenging to perform at heavier weights, where holding the bell could become a problem. It is …
Mobility for a Stronger Barbell Front Rack - StrongFirst
Jul 28, 2022 · A strong front squat is a necessity for athletes training to improve strength and performance, making the traditional front rack an ideal choice. Lifters with non-performance-based …
Are there exercises to help the kettlebell rack strength outpace the ...
Aug 4, 2025 · A single kettlebell goblet squat hold allows both hands to control a single weight but I'm not certain it translates to the double kettlebell rack. Thoughts? Is there an accessory exercise to …
How the Front Squat Can Improve Your Clean and Jerk
The dip in the kettlebell jerk and the barbell front squat should be almost identical. This is why a month of front squats will do wonders for your jerk.
The 3-5 Method Revisited - StrongFirst
Apr 10, 2025 · Friday Weighted pullup, front squat (Yes, the 3 to 5 Method also works great with weighted dips and pullups.) Or you could get more sophisticated, take a page from Dr. Fred “Squat” …
What You Need to Know About the Lats and Your Front Squat
Nov 29, 2017 · Whether you are using the bodybuilding, weightlifting, or powerlifting rack to front squat, utilizing your lats to the maximum is vital to performance.
Mysteries of the kettlebell front squat leverage vs barbell front ...
Aug 30, 2022 · Compare a front squat to any variety of back squat at parallel for the longest leverage. The center of gravity for the front squat should be closer to the hips and the back squat's COG …
Comparing Double Kettlebell Front Squat to Barbell Squat
Aug 2, 2023 · The kettlebell front squat is an underrated exercise that lights up your whole body but comparisons are difficult as the ability to rack hold the bells can be the point of failure. My KB front …