Dumbbell Sumo Squat vs Smith Machine Squat
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Smith Machine Squat more often — 15,451 sessions vs 3,711. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Dumbbell Sumo Squat and Smith Machine Squat and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Dumbbell Sumo Squat vs Smith Machine Squat: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Smith Machine Squat more often — 15,451 sessions compared to 3,711 for Dumbbell Sumo Squat.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Dumbbell Sumo Squat and Smith Machine Squat differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Dumbbell Sumo Squat and Smith Machine Squat Differ
| What differs | Dumbbell Sumo Squat | Smith Machine Squat |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 3,711 sessions | 15,451 sessions |
How to Do Dumbbell Sumo Squat
Dumbbell Sumo Squat Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Tighten your abdomen and keep your back straight, then bend at the hips to lower your buttocks down.
- 2. Lower yourself until your knees naturally bend and your thighs are vertical to your body.
- 3. Push strongly through the center of your feet to rise up.
- 4. As your buttocks rise, straighten your knees and hips in sequence, returning to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body too far forward.
- 2. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your waist.
- 3. Don't excessively bend your waist while trying to keep it straight.
- 4. Please do not stick your buttocks too far back.
- 5. Make sure your feet do not lift off the ground.
- 6. When standing up, please ensure your knees do not come together.
For a full Dumbbell Sumo Squat guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dumbbell Sumo Squat exercise guide.
How to Do Smith Machine Squat
Smith Machine Squat Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Tighten your abdomen and keep your waist straight, then bend at the hip to lower your buttocks down.
- 2. Naturally bend your knees and lower yourself until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
- 3. Push strongly through the center of your feet to rise up.
- 4. As your buttocks rise, straighten your knees and hips in sequence, and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to lean your upper body too far forward.
- 2. Keep your chest up and engage your core to avoid bending your back.
- 3. Don't excessively arch your back while trying to keep it straight.
- 4. Please do not stick your hips too far back.
- 5. Make sure your feet do not lift off the ground.
- 6. When standing up, please ensure your knees do not come together.
For a full Smith Machine Squat guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Smith Machine Squat exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Dumbbell Sumo Squat or Smith Machine Squat?
Planfit users log Smith Machine Squat more often — 15,451 sessions against 3,711 for Dumbbell Sumo Squat. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Dumbbell Sumo Squat and Smith Machine Squat need?
Dumbbell Sumo Squat needs a dumbbell, and Smith Machine Squat needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dumbbell Sumo Squat is the easier place to start. Move to Smith Machine Squat once your form holds up.
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