Dumbbell Sumo Pull Through Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Gluteus Medius, Erector Spinae, Hamstrings, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift
How to: Dumbbell Sumo Pull Through
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointed out slightly.
- Hold a dumbbell with both hands between your legs, arms extended.
- Engage your glutes and core, and push your hips back as you lower the dumbbell toward your ankles.
- Drive through your heels to return to the starting position, pulling the dumbbell through your legs until standing tall.
- Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back during the pull.
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Letting the dumbbell drift too far from the body.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without weights.
- Use resistance bands for lighter resistance.
Tips
- Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the movement.
- Keep your back straight and avoid rounding your shoulders.
- Use a moderate weight initially to focus on form before increasing the load.
Dumbbell Sumo Pull Through Alternatives
Tags
glutes
hips
strength
dumbbell
exercise
fitness