Landmine Sumo Squat

Landmine Sumo Squat

Description

This exercise involves performing a sumo squat while holding a landmine barbell. The landmine attachment allows for a greater range of motion and can help target the inner thighs and glutes.

Muscle Group

Equipment Required

Landmine Sumo Squat Instructions

  1. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your toes pointing slightly outward.
  2. Place a landmine barbell in front of you, with one end of the barbell secured in a corner or anchored to a weight plate.
  3. Grab the other end of the barbell with both hands and hold it at chest height.
  4. Lower your body into a squat position, keeping your back straight and your knees in line with your toes.
  5. As you come up from the squat, press the barbell up and away from your body, extending your arms fully.
  6. Lower the barbell back down to your chest as you lower your body back into the squat position.
  7. Repeat the movement for the desired number of reps.

Landmine Sumo Squat Form & Visual

Landmine Sumo Squat

Landmine Sumo Squat Benefits

  • Improves agility and coordination
  • Increases foot speed and quickness
  • Enhances cardiovascular endurance
  • Strengthens lower body muscles, including calves, quads, and glutes
  • Improves balance and stability
  • Can be modified for different fitness levels and goals
  • Can be done with minimal equipment and space

Landmine Sumo Squat Muscles Worked

  • Quadriceps
  • Glutes
  • Hamstrings
  • Adductors
  • Erector spinae
  • Core muscles

Landmine Sumo Squat Variations & Alternatives