Smith Machine Sumo Squat

Body region

• Legs
• Glutes

Equipment

• Smith Machine

Technique

1. Set the Smith bar on your upper back and stand with feet wide, toes turned out.
2. Unhook the bar and squat straight down, pushing the knees out over the toes.
3. Lower until the thighs are about parallel, then stand up. Re-hook the bar after the last rep.

Cues

• Keep the torso upright.
• Knees follow the direction of the toes.
• Set the safety stops just below the lowest bar position.

Common mistakes

• Letting the knees cave in.
• Toes pointing forward with a wide stance.

Alternatives

• Barbell Back Squat
• Hack Squat
• Leg Press