Sumo Squat - Instructions, Variations & Alternatives

Muscles involved

How to perform

Sumo Squat - Starting position

Sumo Squat - Muscle Under Tension

1. Set up & Starting position (standing)
   Stand with your feet out wide and your toes pointing out.

2. Eccentric phase
   Keeping your back straight, slowly lower your hips and bend your knees into a wide squat. Go down until your thighs are parallel to the floor.

3. Concentric phase
   Push through your heels to return to the initial position and repeat.

Exercise Alternatives

• Squat
• Front Squat
• Side Lunge
• Hip Adduction