# Sumo Squat

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/sumo-squat

Also known as: Sumo Squats, Bodyweight Sumo Squat, Plie Squat, Wide Stance Bodyweight Squat

Variation of: [Bodyweight Squat](https://heatsy.app/ex/bodyweight-squat)

Body region: Legs, Glutes

## Technique

1. Stand with feet clearly wider than shoulder width, toes turned out.
2. Raise your arms in front or clasp your hands at your chest for balance.
3. Sit straight down between your heels, pushing the knees out over the toes.
4. Sink until the thighs are about parallel to the floor, heels flat, torso upright.
5. Stand up by pushing through your whole foot.

### Cues

- Knees track the direction of the toes.
- Keep the chest up and the back flat.

### Common mistakes

- Knees caving inward.
- Heels lifting off the floor.
- Leaning the torso far forward.

## Variations

- [Isometric Squat Hold](https://heatsy.app/ex/isometric-squat-hold)

## Alternatives

- [Goblet Squat](https://heatsy.app/ex/goblet-squat)
- [Barbell Back Squat](https://heatsy.app/ex/back-squat)