Sumo Air Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips, Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Magnus, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Soleus, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Wide Stance Squat
How to: Sumo Air Squat
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointed slightly outward.
- Lower yourself down into a squat position, keeping your chest up and back straight.
- Push through your heels to return to the standing position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting knees collapse inward during the squat.
- Not keeping the heels down on the ground.
- Rounding the back instead of maintaining a straight posture.
Modifications
- Use a chair for support if balance is an issue.
- Limit the depth of the squat to a comfortable range.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.
- Ensure your knees do not go beyond your toes while squatting.
- Engage your core for better stability.
Sumo Air Squat Alternatives
Tags
squat
lower body
strength
hips
thighs
body weight