Smith Machine Front Squat

Equipment: Smith Machine

Smith Machine Front Squat

Description

The Smith machine front squat targets your quads, hamstrings, and glutes. Here’s how to do it:

  1. Position the barbell at shoulder height and stand under it, placing it across the front of your shoulders.
  2. Cross your arms over the bar, keeping your elbows high.
  3. Unrack the bar and step back with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  4. Lower your body by bending your knees and hips, keeping your back straight and chest up.
  5. Continue lowering until your thighs are parallel to the floor.
  6. Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary Muscles

  • Gluteus Maximus
  • Quadriceps

Synergistic Muscles

  • Adductor Magnus
  • Soleus