Sumo Deadlift

- Sumo deadlifts are similar to our standard deadlift; however we start with our feet wider than shoulder width apart and be grip the bar in between our legs.
- Have straight arms, an activated back, and tight core.
- While sitting back on your heels, use your hamstrings to pull the bar upward as you stand.
- The motion comes from your hips and the strength comes from your hamstrings and glutes. Although your back is activated, we are not pulling the bar up using our lower backs.
- At the peak of the movement, squeeze your glutes.
- Lower the bar back down by activating your hamstrings and keeping the bar close to your legs.
- For deadlifts we have an option of 2 grips. Standard grip (both hands have an overhand grip) or a mix grip (One hand is overhand, while the other hand is underhand). The mix grip, what is shown in the video, puts a little less pressure on your forearms.