Sumo Deadlift

Starting position

• Feet clearly wider than shoulder width, toes turned out, bar over the middle of the feet.
• Grip shoulder-width between the legs, back straight, chest up.

Execution

• Pull the bar up close to the body, pushing the knees out and the hips forward.
• Stand tall at the top, then set it down under control.
• Before pulling, take a deep breath and brace the core.

Common mistakes

• Knees caving in.
• Rounded back.
• Hips shooting up first.