Sumo Squats

Hit glutes and quads with this exercise variation!

Squats are considered the “King of exercises”. Primarily because they require you to use your entire body to perform them. 

You may have trouble executing a traditional squat or you may simply be ready to switch it up and try something new. Either way the Sumo Squat is a great exercise to add into your exercise routine.

One of the main differences you may experience when trying the Sumo squat, is that it may feel most of the tension in your butt muscles. That is mainly due to the position of your feet.

The way your feet are positioned during the exercise are the main reason why the tension is felt differently compared to a traditional squat. This is also why this exercise may be easier to perform than a regular squat.

Even though people are used to sitting down and getting up on a regular basis, a regular squat may be challenging at first. The Sumo Squat can be used as an alternative to allow you to become more comfortable with lowering and raising your bodyweight.

Side note: The Sumo Squat is also sometimes referred to as a Frog Squat 

1.      Stand with your feet significantly wider than hip-distance apart (about three to four feet), turn your toes out 45 degrees. You can hold your arms out straight, or place your hands on your hips. This is your starting position.

2.      Inhale before you begin then, lower yourself down by bending your knees and dropping your butt and hips down and slightly back.

3.      Keep your abs tight, back straight and do not let your knees move past your toes when lowering.

4.      Once your thighs are parallel to the floor, exhale out of your mouth, drive through your heels and squeeze your butt as you return to the starting position.

Tip 1: Be sure not to lockout your knees at any point of the exercise