Sumo Squat with Rotation
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes, Obliques
Sumo Squat with Rotation focuses on Quads, Glutes, Obliques, with Hamstrings, Adductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Sumo Squat with Rotation with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes slightly pointed out.
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Lower into a squat, keeping your chest up and back straight, while pushing your hips back.
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As you rise, rotate your torso to the right, reaching your left arm across your body.
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Return to the starting position and repeat, rotating to the left on the next rep.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Sumo Squat with Rotation safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees aligned with your toes to avoid strain.
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Make sure to engage your core to support your back during the rotation.
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Avoid bouncing at the bottom of the squat; rise smoothly to maintain control.
Secondary Muscles
While Sumo Squat with Rotation primarily targets Quads, Glutes, Obliques , 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 with Rotation, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Sumo Squat with Rotation, 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.
