Smith Front Squat (Clean Grip) Alternative
12 substitute exercises that target the same muscles
Kettlebell Swing
Barbell Deadlift
Barbell One-Arm Side Deadlift
Barbell Pause Deadlift
Barbell Clean Deadlift
Deadlift
Burpee Long Jump with Push-Up
Kettlebell Two-Arm Clean
Power Sled Drag
Kettlebell Suitcase Deadlift
Farmers Walk
Barbell Paused Sumo Deadlift
Criteria used to find exercise alternatives
Same target muscles
We rank alternatives highest when their primary muscles exactly match. i.e: same target muscle, different movement.
Full muscle overlap
Secondary muscles and synergists are scored too, keeping the overall movement pattern close to the original lift.
Equipment considered
Equipment overlap nudges similar-kit options up the list. But we include different-equipment alternatives too so you're never stuck.
What the Smith Front Squat (Clean Grip) trains
Primary Quadriceps
Secondary Erector Spinae Gluteus Maximus Hamstrings Rectus Abdominis
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