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Quadriceps · Intermediate

Kettlebell Sumo Squat

Squat-pattern drill for leg strength, depth control, and stable foot pressure.

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Kettlebell Sumo Squat demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesAdductorsCore

Equipment

Kettlebell

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Hold the kettlebell in front of the body and take a wide stance with the toes turned out to match the hips.
  2. 02Brace the trunk and keep the whole foot planted as you begin the descent.
  3. 03Sit the hips down between the legs while pressing the knees outward in line with the toes.
  4. 04Reach the deepest position you can control without rounding the back or lifting the heels.
  5. 05Drive through the floor to stand tall and squeeze the glutes before repeating.

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