Exercise technique

dumbbell sumo pull through

The dumbbell sumo pull through is a lower body exercise that targets the glutes, with secondary emphasis on the hamstrings, quadriceps, and core. It involves a wide-stance squat and a hip hinge movement, using a dumbbell for resistance.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointed outwards.
  2. Hold a dumbbell with both hands in front of your body, arms extended.
  3. Bend your knees and lower your hips down into a squat position, keeping your back straight.
  4. Lower the dumbbell down between your legs, keeping your arms straight.
  5. Drive through your heels and extend your hips forward, pulling the dumbbell up and in front of your body.
  6. Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement, then lower the dumbbell back down between your legs.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Core.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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