Sumo Squat m Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Adductor Brevis, Adductor Longus, Soleus, Gracilis, Adductors, Gastrocnemius, Adductor Magnus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Wide Squat, Sumo Stand
How to: Sumo Squat m
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart and toes pointing slightly outward.
- Engage your core and lower your body by bending at the knees and hips.
- Keep your chest up and back straight as you squat down as low as you can comfortably.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knees cave inward during the squat.
- Lifting the heels off the ground.
- Not squatting low enough to engage the muscles.
Modifications
- Perform the squat to a chair or bench for added support.
- Use a resistance band around the thighs for additional variety.
Tips
- Ensure your feet are flat on the floor throughout the movement.
- Keep your back straight and chest lifted to avoid injury.
- Push through your heels rather than your toes.
Sumo Squat m Alternatives
Tags
squat
strength
thighs
glutes
beginner
bodyweight