The Sumo Squat is not only for the Gluteus Maximus and Quadriceps Femoris. The wide standing squat variation helps you engage the hip adductor muscles more than in a traditional squat. Strengthening weak hip abductors and adductors can offer several benefits including working the glute muscles, improving core stability, and helping to alleviate both hip pain and knee pain. Stand with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes pointed slightly outward, and hold the kettlebell close to your b