Smith Machine Front Squat (Clean Grip)
The front squat under the Smith bar in the clean grip: the bar on the front delts, fingertips under it, elbows high.
How to do it
Setup
Bar on the front delts, fingertips under it, elbows high, feet slightly ahead of the bar.
Steps
- Unhook and squat, leading with high elbows.
- Keep the torso as upright as the rails allow.
- Stand and rehook with the elbows still up.
Common mistakes
Elbows sinking: the bar slides down the delts; drive them up. Wrists straining to hold the bar: it rests on the delts, the fingers only guide. Feet straight under the bar: step them slightly ahead.
Breathing
Big breath at the top, exhale past the sticking point.
