Sumo Squat and Side Knee Raise (female)

Sumo Squat and Side Knee Raise demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand with feet wider than hip-width apart, toes pointed out
  • 2Bend your knees and lower your hips, then push up to a standing position
  • 3Lift your right knee as you rotate your torso to the right
  • 4Return to the starting position and repeat on the left side
  • 5Continue alternating between right and left for the desired repetitions

Tips:

  • Ensure your knees do not go beyond your toes while squatting
  • Keep your chest up and back straight
  • Engage your core during the knee raise and rotation
  • Breathe out as you stand and knee raise, inhale when you lower into the squat

Sumo Squat and Side Knee Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs