Sumo Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Sumo Squat focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Sumo Squat with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and toes turned out at a 45-degree angle.
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Engage your core, then lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back as if sitting in a chair.
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Keep your chest up and back straight as you lower until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
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Press through your heels to return to the starting position, squeezing your glutes at the top.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Sumo Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Avoid letting your knees go past your toes to reduce strain on your joints.
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Keep your back straight and chest lifted to maintain proper posture.
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Focus on your heels and keep your weight distributed evenly to prevent leaning forward.
Secondary Muscles
While Sumo Squat primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Adductors . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Sumo Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Sumo Squat, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
