Squat · New to it
Sumo Squat
A wide stance squat that works your inner thighs and glutes along with your quads.
Demo by Lena, an AI coach.
- Works
- glutes, adductors, quads; also hamstrings
- Kit
- No kit
- Dose
- 10 to 15 reps
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Stand with your feet wide, about one and a half times shoulder width, toes turned out about 45 degrees. Clasp your hands at your chest.
While you move
- Knees push out over your toes
- Sink straight down
- Tall chest, long spine
- Squeeze your glutes to stand
Avoid
- Letting your knees roll in past your toes
- Leaning your chest far forward
- Turning your toes out more than your knees allow
Take care if you have trouble with your knees.