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Dumbbell Sumo Squat demonstration

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Strength / Dumbbell

Dumbbell Sumo Squat

A wide-stance squat with dumbbells held at the sides, biasing the inner thighs and glutes.

Equipment

Dumbbell

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Hamstrings · Adductors · Glute Medius

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width, toes turned out about 30 degrees.

  2. 02

    Hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.

  3. 03

    Brace the core and keep the chest up.

  4. 04

    Bend at the hips and knees to sit straight down into a deep squat.

  5. 05

    Drive through the heels to return to standing.

  6. 06

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.