Wide squat holding a weight
Also called sumo squat, plié squat
- Works
- Inner thigh · adductors
- Front of the thigh · quadriceps
- Buttocks · gluteus maximus
- Needs
- Dumbbells or kettlebell
Setup
Stand with feet wide and toes turned out. Hold one weight with both hands, arms hanging in front of you.
Steps
- Keep your chest up.
- Bend your knees and lower your hips straight down.
- Keep your knees over your toes.
- Stand back up.
Breathing
Take a breath and tighten your stomach before each rep. Breathe out as you come up.
Where you feel it
In your inner thighs, the front of your thighs and your buttocks.
Common mistakes
- Letting the knees fall inward.
- Leaning forward.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.