Kettlebell Sumo Squat

The sumo squat with a kettlebell held between the legs.

Kettlebell Sumo Squat, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Wide stance, toes out, kettlebell hanging by the horns between the legs.

Steps

  1. Squat straight down between the legs.
  2. Keep the chest tall, knees tracking out.
  3. Drive up, finishing with the glutes.

Common mistakes

Bell swinging: it hangs dead still. Depth cut by tight hips: work the range honestly; it grows. Toes forward: sumo needs them out.

Breathing

Inhale down, exhale up.