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barbell sumo deadlift
upper legsglutesbarbell
Instructions
- Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing outwards.
- Place a barbell on the ground in front of you, centered between your feet.
- Bend your knees and lower your hips, keeping your back straight and chest up, to grip the barbell with an overhand grip.
- Engage your core and drive through your heels to lift the barbell off the ground, extending your hips and knees simultaneously.
- As you lift, keep your chest up and back straight, and push your hips forward to fully engage your glutes.
- Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
hamstringsquadricepslower back
Additional Information
The barbell sumo deadlift is a barbell-based exercise that primarily targets the glutes. This exercise is particularly effective for upper legs development and can be incorporated into various workout routines.