Sumo Deadlift
This leg exercise mainly works your quads, glutes and erector spinae, with help from your hamstrings, adductors and traps. Watch the demo video, then follow the tips below.
Rep Range
15-20
How to do Sumo Deadlift
Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width, toes facing straight. Hold a dumbbell with both hands in front. Hinge at hips, keeping back straight, then stand tall.
Common mistakes
Avoid rounding the back. Keep knees in line with toes. Engage core throughout.
Breathing
Inhale as you lower; exhale as you rise.
Muscles worked
Primary Muscles
Quads, Glutes, Erector Spinae
Secondary Muscles
Hamstrings, Adductors, Traps, Lower Back, Latissimus Dorsi
Tertiary Muscles
Core, Calves
