How to do Sumo Squat Twists
StandingFlowing movementBeginner
Sumo Squat Twists is a standing flowing stretch for your chest, groin and shoulders.
Step by step
- 1Step your feet out wide with your toes turned out.
- 2Bend your knees and sink down into a squat, with your hands resting on your knees.
What you should feel
Let your hands gently press your knees open.
Form tips
- Knees track over your toes. Straighten the arm to press the knee open. Rotate from the upper back, hips stay square.
- Feel the twist through your upper back.
- Move with your breath… nice and slow.
Make it easier
Stay higher in the squat if your knees need a gentler day.
Coming out of it
Come back to center… press up to standing… and step your feet in.
Muscles it works
Move slowly and stop if anything hurts. This is general guidance, not medical advice; check with a professional if you're injured or recovering.
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