Dumbbell Sumo Squat (back on stability ball wall) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Soleus, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Dumbbell Sumo Squat
How to: Dumbbell Sumo Squat (back on stability ball wall)
- Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes angled outward.
- Hold a dumbbell in both hands at the center of your body.
- With control, bend your knees and lower your body into a squat, keeping your back straight and chest up.
- Pause briefly at the bottom, then push through your heels and return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing knees to cave inward during the squat.
- Leaning too far forward instead of keeping the chest up.
- Not squatting low enough to engage the glutes effectively.
Modifications
- Perform the squat with a lighter weight to maintain form.
- Use a stability ball for additional back support.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and back straight during the squat.
- Ensure your knees do not extend beyond your toes while squatting.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
Dumbbell Sumo Squat (back on stability ball wall) Alternatives
Tags
thighs
glutes
strength
dumbbell
squat
fitness