
Target
glutes
Equipment
barbell
barbell sumo deadlift
upper legsHow to Perform the barbell sumo deadlift
1
Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing outwards.
2
Place a barbell on the ground in front of you, centered between your feet.
3
Bend your knees and lower your hips, keeping your back straight and chest up, to grip the barbell with an overhand grip.
4
Engage your core and drive through your heels to lift the barbell off the ground, extending your hips and knees simultaneously.
5
As you lift, keep your chest up and back straight, and push your hips forward to fully engage your glutes.
6
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower the barbell back down to the starting position, maintaining control throughout the movement.
7
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Secondary Muscles
hamstringsquadricepslower back