Front Squat Clean Grip
Exercise Overview
The front squat clean grip is an exercise modification of the back squat that increases core engagement and quadriceps activation. Start by holding a barbell in a clean grip by holding it with your fingers in front of your shoulders. Raise the elbows so that the upper arm is parallel with the floor. Begin a squat while maintaining the clean grip position.
Muscles Involved
transversus abdominisquadricepsgluteus maximus
Related Conditions
patellar tendinitis / quadriceps tendinitisRunner’s knee / Jumper’s kneemeniscus tearpatellofemoral pain syndromeACL sprain (late stage recovery)
