Smith Machine Sumo Squat
The Smith machine sumo squat uses a wide stance to emphasize the inner thighs and glutes while the fixed bar path handles balance. Place the bar on your traps, take a wide stance with toes turned out, and squat deep.
How to Perform
Set the bar on your upper traps and take a wide stance with toes turned out 45 degrees.
Push your knees out over your toes as you descend.
Squat until your thighs are parallel or below, keeping your torso upright.
Drive through your heels to stand, squeezing the glutes at the top.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Letting the knees cave inward instead of tracking over the toes.
Not taking a wide enough stance to differentiate from a regular squat.
Leaning forward, losing the upright torso position.
Muscle Activation
Variations
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