Stick Overhead Full Sumo Squat Stretch Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Stick
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Medius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Quadriceps, Adductor Magnus, Soleus
- Intensity
- low
- Category
- stretching
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 2
How to: Stick Overhead Full Sumo Squat Stretch
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, holding the stick overhead.
- Lower your body into a sumo squat position, keeping your knees aligned with your toes.
- Hold the position for a few seconds, feeling the stretch in your hips and thighs.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning forward too much
- Not going low enough to feel the stretch in the hips
- Using the arms to pull down rather than allowing gravity to assist
Modifications
- Perform the stretch without the stick if needed.
- Reduce the depth of the squat if necessary.
Tips
- Keep your back straight while holding the stick overhead.
- Focus on pushing your hips back and down rather than just bending your knees.
- Engage your core to maintain stability.
Stick Overhead Full Sumo Squat Stretch Alternatives
Tags
hips
flexibility
stretching
mobility
quadriceps
glutes