Squatcompound

KB FRONT SQUAT

Squat with kettlebell(s) in the rack position. Develops front squat mechanics with a kettlebell.

MOVEMENT GUIDE

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HOW TO PERFORM

  1. 1

    Clean one or two kettlebells to the rack position.

  2. 2

    Feet shoulder-width apart, toes out.

  3. 3

    Descend into a full squat, keeping elbows high.

  4. 4

    Drive through the floor to stand.

THE STANDARD

Full depth. Elbows remain elevated. Upright torso.

COACHING CUES

Elbows highFull depthUpright torso

COMMON MISTAKES

  • Elbows dropping.

  • Partial depth.

  • Forward lean.

SCALING / SUBSTITUTIONS

  • Goblet squat.

  • Reduce weight.

300WOD APPLICATION

The KB front squat is a Foundation through Elite squat movement.

300WOD STANDARDS

Foundation
Hoplite✓
Elite✓
Spartan

EQUIPMENT

Kettlebell

MUSCLES

Primary

QuadricepsGlutes

Secondary

Abs / CoreUpper BackAnterior Deltoids
KB Front Squat — 300WOD Exercise Library