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Sumo Squat
Muscles involved
The sumo squat uses a wide stance and bodyweight. It activates the glutes and improves hip mobility.
How to do it
- Stand with feet wider than hip-width apart and turn your feet outward.
- Bring your hands together in front of your chest.
- Push your hips back and squat down, keeping your back straight.
- Return to the starting position by pushing through your heels.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your back straight and chest up throughout the squat. - Push your knees outward, in line with the direction of your feet. - Lower as far as your flexibility allows, maintaining correct technique.
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PrincipianteFrequently asked questions
Sumo Squat: which muscles does it work?
Sumo Squat mainly works: Glutes, Quadriceps. It also involves: Gluteus maximus, Adductor magnus, Gluteus medius, Soleus, Tensor fasciae latae.
What is Sumo Squat good for?
The sumo squat uses a wide stance and bodyweight. It activates the glutes and improves hip mobility.
How do you do Sumo Squat with proper form?
- Keep your back straight and chest up throughout the squat. - Push your knees outward, in line with the direction of your feet. - Lower as far as your flexibility allows, maintaining correct technique.
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