Exercises

Dumbbell Front Squats

What It Is

Holding the weights at your shoulders keeps your chest up and turns the sit-and-stand pattern into a strong leg builder.

How to Do It

Hold a dumbbell in each hand, one end resting on each shoulder, elbows forward. Stand with feet about shoulder-width apart. Sit your hips down until your thighs are about level with the floor. Drive through your feet to stand.

Tips

Keep your elbows up so the dumbbells stay on your shoulders. Keep your knees in line with your toes.

Skill Level

Beginner. One new pattern or machine to learn, with light loads and low risk.

Type

Strength. Builds muscle and strength with controlled, resisted movement.

Engagement

Bilateral. Each rep works both sides of the body at once.

Primary Muscles

Equipment

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