How Do You Perform The Sumo Deadlift?
The sumo dead lift is a variation of the dead lift in weightlifting. Your feet are spread wide, like a sumo wrestler, and your hands are close together. This stance may be beneficial to people with certain builds, and it also has benefits in its slightly different emphasis on particular muscles. The sumo dead lift tends to work your legs and hips more than a normal dead lift, and it lowers the use of your back. Approach a barbell as you would for a normal dead lift. The bar should be on the floor, and you should be prepared the same way. This means wearing proper footwear and clothing and having your chalk or other accessories ready. Set your feet wide, like a sumo wrestler. You feet should be beyond shoulder width, as wide as you can put them while retaining the ability to comfortably squat down and get back up, all while maintaining good balance. Grip the bar with your arms hanging between your knees. The bar should be up against your shins when taking a proper stance for a sumo dead
