Sumo Squat
Targets inner thighs and glutes
LegsBeginnerStrengthSquat
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Inner thighs and glutes |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Legs |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Squat |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 10-12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~40 kcal |
| Equipment | None needed |
How to do it
- Step 1: Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width
- Step 2: Turn toes outward
- Step 3: Squat down keeping chest up
- Step 4: Drive through heels to stand
- Step 5: Repeat
Coaching tips
Benefits
Targets inner thighs and glutes
Common mistakes
Knees caving inward
Make it harder
Hold a dumbbell
Make it easier
Narrower stance
Breathing
Inhale down, exhale up
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