Landmine Sumo Squat
Expert Advice
Focus on maintaining a neutral spine and engaging your core to protect your lower back during the exercise.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointing out, in front of a landmine bar.
- Grasp the end of the bar with both hands at chest level.
- Squat down by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
- Keep the bar close to your body as you descend.
- Drive through your heels to return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Landmine Sumo Squat primarily targets the Glutes, Quads, with Strength mechanics using Landmine. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Glutes50%
Quads40%
Secondary
Calves10%
Equipment
Landmine
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Landmine Sumo Squat work?
Landmine Sumo Squat primarily targets the Glutes, Quads. Secondary muscles involved include Calves. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Landmine.
How many sets and reps should I do for Landmine Sumo Squat?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Landmine Sumo Squat suitable for beginners?
Landmine Sumo Squat is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
