Sumo Squat
Wide Stance
A wide-stance squat with the knees following the toes.
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Bodyweight
Focus
Quads · Glutes · Adductors · Core
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Exercise Demonstration
Visual demo
Demonstration videos focus on movement quality. Use the cues below for additional guidance.
Key Cues
Do it well.
Choose a comfortable wide stance with the toes turned slightly out.
Keep the whole foot grounded.
Bend the hips and knees without letting the knees collapse inward.
Stand tall with control.
Common Mistakes
Watch for this.
Using momentum instead of controlling the movement.
Forcing a range that changes the intended body position.
Holding the breath throughout the movement.
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