Smith Sumo Squat
Primary Equipment
Smith machine
Smith machine
Instructions
- Position yourself under the Smith machine bar with a wide stance, toes pointed slightly out.
- Place the bar on your upper back/shoulders.
- Unlock the bar and slowly lower your hips as if sitting back.
- Keep your chest up and back straight.
- Descend until your thighs are parallel to the floor or slightly below.
- Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Tips
- Keep your knees aligned with your toes to protect your joints.
- Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
- Avoid rounding your back; maintain a neutral spine.
- Control the descent and ascent, don't use momentum.
Target Muscle
Primary
Secondary
