Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift
Learn how to do Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift is a Dumbbells exercise that primarily targets the Quadriceps, with secondary activation of the Glutes, Hamstrings. It has a MET value of 6, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 210 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift
A wide-stance deadlift variation targeting quads, glutes, and hamstrings while engaging the core for stability.
💡 Instructions:
Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width, toes slightly pointed out, holding a dumbbell in each hand in front of your thighs.
Keep your chest up, shoulders back, and core engaged.
Push your hips back and bend your knees to lower the dumbbells toward the floor, keeping them close to your body.
Drive through your heels to return to standing, squeezing your glutes at the top.
⚠️ Common mistakes:
Rounding the back during the descent.
Letting the knees collapse inward.
Allowing the dumbbells to drift away from the body.
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Equipment
- Dumbbells
Calories Burned Doing Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift
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MET 6Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift
- Type
- Dumbbells exercise
- Primary muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary muscles
- Glutes, Hamstrings
- MET value
- 6
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 210 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift
What muscles does Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift work?
Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift primarily targets the Quadriceps, with secondary engagement of the Glutes, Hamstrings.
How do you do Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift correctly?
A wide-stance deadlift variation targeting quads, glutes, and hamstrings while engaging the core for stability. 💡 Instructions: Stand with feet wider...
Is Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift good for beginners?
Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift has a MET value of 6, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.
What equipment do you need for Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift?
Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift requires: Dumbbells.
What are the benefits of Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift?
Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift strengthens the Quadriceps, engages the Glutes and Hamstrings.
What exercises are similar to Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift?
Similar exercises to Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift include Barbell Alternating Lunges, Barbell Bulgarian Split Squat, Barbell Front Squat, Barbell Low-Bar Squat.
Is Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift better than Barbell Alternating Lunges?
Both Dumbbell Sumo Deadlift and Barbell Alternating Lunges target the Quadriceps. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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