MOVEMENT GUIDE
Level 1 Training Guide | CrossFit
The Front Squat, continued
MOVIE
THE FRONT SQUAT The points of performance, common faults, and corrections carry over from the air squat. The new element of the front squat is the addition of a loaded barbell to the front of the body. The barbell is supported by the torso in the front-rack position.
1. SET-UP • Shoulder-width stance. • Loose fingertip grip on the bar.
• Hands just outside shoulders. • Elbows high (upper arm parallel to the ground).
2. EXECUTION • Hips descend back and down. • Lumbar curve maintained. • Knees in line with toes.
3. FINISH • Hips descend lower than knees. • Heels down.
• Complete at full hip and knee extension. 176 of 247 Copyright 2017 CrossFit, Inc. All Rights Reserved
