Kettlebell Dumbbell Sumo Squat off Stepbox Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Kettlebell
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Soleus, Adductor Magnus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Kettlebell Sumo Squat with Step
How to: Kettlebell Dumbbell Sumo Squat off Stepbox
- Stand on a step box with your feet placed shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a kettlebell with both hands in front of you, arms extended down.
- Lower your body into a squat while keeping your chest up and back straight.
- Press through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing knees to cave in during the squat.
- Not going low enough in the squat.
- Rounding the back instead of keeping it straight.
Modifications
- Use a lighter kettlebell or no weight for beginners.
- Reduce the height of the step box to decrease intensity.
Tips
- Keep your feet shoulder-width apart for better balance.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Lower your body until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
Kettlebell Dumbbell Sumo Squat off Stepbox Alternatives
Tags
squat
kettlebell
glutes
strength
fitness
lower body