Demo & instructions
Sumo Bodyweight Squat
Also known as: Wide-Stance Air Squat, Plié Squat
Instructions
A squat with a wide stance and the toes turned well out, which brings the inner thighs and glutes into the movement. It is a good change of angle for anyone who squats often.
- Movement
- Squat
- Type
- Compound
- Level
- Beginner
- Typical range
- 8–25 reps
Setup
- 1Stand with the feet well wider than the shoulders and the toes pointing out at about forty-five degrees.
- 2Hold the hands together in front of the chest.
Execution
- 1Bend the knees and sit straight down, pushing the knees out over the toes.
- 2Lower until the thighs are about parallel with the floor, keeping the torso tall.
- 3Squeeze the glutes and inner thighs to stand back up.
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