Sumo Squat Slide-in
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Sumo Squat Slide-in focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Hips, Hamstrings, Abductors, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Sumo Squat Slide-in with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing slightly outward.
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Lower into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, keeping your chest up and back straight.
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As you stand back up, slide your feet together and squeeze your glutes at the top.
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Return to the starting position by widening your stance again and preparing for the next squat.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Sumo Squat Slide-in safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees aligned with your toes to avoid strain on your joints.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability and proper form.
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Avoid rounding your back; keep it straight to prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Sumo Squat Slide-in primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Hamstrings, Abductors, 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 Slide-in, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Sumo Squat Slide-in, 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.
