Smith Sumo Chair Squat (male)

Smith Sumo Chair Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand in front of the Smith machine with a wide stance, toes slightly turned out
  • 2Lower your body as if you were going to sit in a chair, until your thighs are parallel to the ground
  • 3Push up through your heels to return to the starting position
  • 4Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your weight on your heels, not your toes
  • Engage your core to maintain balance
  • Don't allow your knees to extend past your toes when you squat
  • Keep your movements slow and controlled for maximum muscle engagement

Smith Sumo Chair Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs