Front Squat Cross Grip
Exercise Overview
The front squat cross grip is an exercise modification of the back squat that increases core engagement and quadriceps activation. Start by holding a barbell by gripping it with your fingers at the front of your shoulders with your arms crossed. 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)
