JUNE 2017 MUSCLE & FITNESS 671
WHY YOU SHOULD BE DOING IT
“Front squats have really helped my quad development, especially when I was
preparing for the Ironman,” says six-time Mr Olympia winner Phil Heath. “Most
people don’t do front squats because they’re uncomfortable and there are
easier alternatives, but to really add size to the quads, they’re a must.”
FRONT SQUAT (LOWER BODY, CORE)
How to do it
In a power rack, place
the bar across your
front deltoids with your
forearms crossed in front
of you and your hands
gripping the bar. Unrack
the bar, step back and
begin the set with your
feet about shoulder-
width apart and your
elbows pointed straight
ahead, not downwards.
Keeping a slight arch in
your lower back, squat
over your heels, keeping
your elbows up, until
your thighs are parallel
with the floor. Press up
through your heels until
your knees are extended
but not locked out.