Barbell Sumo Deadlift
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Equipment
The Barbell Sumo Deadlift targets the lower body, focusing on both strength and muscle development. It involves a wide stance with feet pointed outwards, which emphasizes the inner thighs and glutes while also engaging the lower back and hamstrings. This variation of the deadlift helps improve hip mobility and overall power.
How to do it
- Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width and toes pointed out.
- Grip the barbell with both hands, arms inside the knees.
- Keep your back flat and chest up as you lift the bar by extending hips and knees.
- Fully extend your hips and knees at the top position.
- Lower the barbell back to the ground with control.
Muscles worked
Primary Adductor Magnus Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps
Secondary Erector Spinae Hamstrings Trapezius Upper Fibers
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