Dumbbell Sumo Squat

Dumbbell Sumo Squat

Alternative Names

DB Sumo Squat

Muscles Worked

Legend

Target Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Stabilizer Muscles

Alternative Exercises to Dumbbell Sumo Squat

Bodyweight
1 x Dumbbell
2 x Dumbbell
1 x Kettlebell
2 x Kettlebell
Handle Bands
Loop Bands
Suspension (TRX)
Barbell
Machine

Description

This dumbbell squat variation is like the goblet squat but with the legs positioned far away from each other . This variation also challenges the hip flexor muscles and also the muscles of the inner thighs.

Benefits

  • This exercise targets the whole body, with emphasis on the lower body.
  • This exercise additionally works the hips flexors and the hip adductors.
  • This also requires the core to engage throughout the entire movement.
  • This also challenges the upper back and the shoulders due to the dumbbell placement.

Risks

  • This exercise is not recommended to individuals with any knee, ankle, or hip problems.
  • This is also not recommended to beginners who still cannot do the proper squat.
  • This exercise can injure the lower back, the hips and the inner thighs if not properly executed.
  • Proper resistance progression is advised to avoid injuries.

Additional Information

Target Muscles

Hamstrings, Quads

Secondary Muscles

Glutes

Stabilizer Muscles

Abs

Experience

Beginner (1-2 years)

Equipment

1 x Dumbbell

Exercise Type

Strength

Exertion

60%

Cardio Intensity

40%

Force

Push

Mechanic

Compound

Force Detail

Bilateral

Functions

N/A

Intensity

N/A

Bearing

N/A

Impact

N/A

Utilities

N/A

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