How to Do
How to Do Kettlebell Sumo Squat
The kettlebell sumo squat should begin with a good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the kettlebell sumo squat.
Beginning
Beginning Kettlebell Sumo Squat
1. Plant your feet on the floor farther than shoulder-width apart while holding a kettlebell with both hands straight in front of your legs. Both feet should be pointed slightly outward.
2. Inhale. Bend at the hips and knees, keeping your knees in line with your toes while looking straight ahead.
3. Exhale.
Movement
Kettlebell Sumo Squat Movement
1. Begin by standing with your toes pointed out and your feet spread wide.
2. Begin to lower your hips and bend your knees into a wide squat while keeping your weight in your back heels. Lower yourself to the point where your thighs are parallel to the floor.
3. Return to a standing position by tightening your glutes at the top of the movement.
4. Reps should be between 10 and 20.
Benefits
Kettlebell Sumo Squat Benefits
The quadriceps, gluteus muscles, hips, hamstrings, and calves are all strengthened in this movement pattern, with an emphasis on the inner thighs and abductors.
