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Quadriceps

Frankenstein Squat

Frankenstein Squat (Start)Frankenstein Squat (End)

A front-loaded squat with the barbell held on the front of your shoulders and your arms extended forward.

Energy burned

≈ 43 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 7.4 kcal/min

Estimate range 32–53 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked31 %
Effort during a set13.8 MET
Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

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Setup

  1. 1Set a barbell on a rack at upper chest height.
  2. 2Step under it and rest the bar on the front of your shoulders, with your arms straight out in front of you or crossed.
  3. 3Unrack the bar and step back.

How to perform

  1. 1Brace your core and lower into a squat by pushing your hips back and bending your knees.
  2. 2Keep your chest up and the bar stable on your shoulders.
  3. 3Descend until your thighs are at least parallel.
  4. 4Drive through your feet to stand tall.

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