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Sumo Squat (Bodyweight)

A wide sumo stance shifts emphasis to the glutes and inner thighs while keeping the torso upright.

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Sets
3
Reps
10–15
Intensity
RPE 5
Rest
45 s

Bone load

Spine
Hip
Wrist

Equipment

Bodyweight
Written exercise guide

Sumo Squat (Bodyweight)

Set up

  1. Wide stance, toes turned out.

Movement cues

  • Sit straight down between the legs
  • Keep the chest up and knees out
  • Drive up through the heels

Avoid this

  • Knees collapsing in
  • Leaning forward

Safety

Keep knees tracking over the toes.

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