just in need of a little help doing front squats
any info regarding holding the bar etc oli style/crossed arms etc

cheers folks

The front squat is simply squatting with the barbell supported on your chest. Ideally, the hands don't hold the weight, rather your shoulders and collarbone support the bar. It takes a "little" flexibility. The best way to get this flexibility is to do...front squats! if you can put the palms of your hands on the back of your head, you can front squat. Dedicate yourself to front squats and they will soon become second nature.

Preparation
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Grasp barbell from rack or clean barbell from floor with overhand open grip, slightly wider than shoulder width. Position chest high with the back arched. Place bar in front of neck or upper chest with elbows placed forward as high as possible. With wide stance, position toes outward.

Execution
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Descend until knees and hips are fully bent or until thighs are just past parallel to floor. Knees travel in direction of toes. Extend knees and hips until legs are straight. Return and repeat.