Weighted Sumo Squat Slide-in
Muscle Groups: Quads, Glutes
Weighted Sumo Squat Slide-in focuses on Quads, Glutes, with Adductors, Hamstrings, Abductors working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Sumo Squat Slide-in with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width, holding a dumbbell with both hands in front of you.
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Lower into a squat by bending your knees, keeping your chest up and back straight while drawing the dumbbell down between your legs.
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Press through your heels to rise back up, bringing your feet closer together as you stand, then return to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted 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.
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Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
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Avoid leaning too far forward; keep your chest lifted.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Sumo Squat Slide-in primarily targets Quads, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Adductors, Hamstrings, Abductors . 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 Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
