The Sumo Deadlift is a weightlifting exercise that is designed to build strength in the legs, hips, and lower back. It is a variation of the traditional Deadlift but requires a wider stance, which allows for a greater range of motion and places a stronger emphasis on the muscles in the hips and inner thighs.
This exercise
is especially beneficial for individuals with lower back pain or weakness, as
it places less strain on this area. The Sumo Deadlift is an effective way to
build overall power, increase explosiveness, and improve athletic performance.
It is a popular choice among weightlifters, powerlifters, and athletes who want
to improve their strength and power.
Today I'm
going to demonstrate to you guys how to do a sumo deadlift also known as a wide
stance Deadlift now when compared to a traditional Deadlift you still are going
to be targeting your glutes quads and lower back But this exercise is going to
put a bit more emphasis on your hamstrings.
you're also going to be working on your hip strength as well Another benefit of the sumo deadlift is going to put less stress on your lower back if you're looking to really maximize your lift.
The bar has
less of a distance to travel because of how wide your legs are while performing
the exercise So you should be able to lift a little bit more weight as well
Begin the exercise by approaching the bar with a wide stance.
Your toes
should be close to the collars of the barbell and pointing away from your body
you can use an overhand grip or a switch grip when performing the exercise.
Just make
sure that your hands are directly under your shoulders if you grab the barbell
with your hands too close to your torso your stomach is going to push your
elbows forward as you perform the lift as you lower your body and grab the
barbell be sure to keep your chest up and push your knees out.
It is also
very important to remember to keep your core tight throughout the entire lift
by taking a breath to create that internal belt before each rep try your best
to keep your shoulders neutral and as low as possible to make the distance the
bar has to travel as short as possible,
this will help you maximize the amount of weight you can lift as you Begin to lift the bar to your knees lean back and drive through your hips as you push through your heels Once you reach the top lower the bar back down to the ground at a controlled manner and repeat Remember the deadlift is not a lower back exercise.
You
want to make sure you are only lifting the bar by pushing through your hips if
You suffer from bar drag on your shins you can tape them before the lift to
ensure you don't tear up your skin So there you guys have it that how you
perform a sumo deadlift.
