WHAT IS A SUMO SQUAT?

 

What is a Sumo Squat? 

A sumo squat is a compound exercise that’s a variation of a regular squat, with a wider stance than the normal squat. Whereas you would stand with your feet roughly shoulder-width apart on a traditional squat, you’ll widen your stance and turn your toes outward a little for a sumo squat. 

You can do a barbell sumo squat, dumbbell sumo squat, or even use kettlebells, the smith machine, a sandbag, or even just your body weight. 

Sumo Squat: Muscles Worked 

The biggest advantage to this type of squat is that it works more muscles than the regular squat movement. Here’s what you’ll be working when you choose to squat with your feet wider than usual. 

Primary Muscle Groups Targeted 

Like conventional squats, the sumo squat places emphasis on the quadriceps and the glute muscles. But the wide stance sumo squat also catches the adductor muscles — a group of muscles on the inside of the thigh.