Thighs (front)

Dumbbell Sumo Squat

Starting position

  • Feet clearly wider than shoulder width, toes turned out.
  • Hold one dumbbell with both hands between the legs.

Execution

  • Squat straight down, knees out; the dumbbell sinks vertically.
  • Drive back up and squeeze the glutes at the top.
  • Back straight, chest up.

Common mistakes

  • Knees caving in.
  • Rounded back.
  • Only half depth.