SUMO Deadlift Practice Quiz

On the Setup what is the first step?

• Start with a wide stance

• start by jumping up and down

• do some core

• maybe jog around the gym

How wide or narrow should be stand when setting up?

• as wide as you can

• depends on the stance that is most comfortable for you

• as narrow as you can

How do use the bar to setup at the bottom of the lift?

• stand tall and dominate the bar with your mind

• make sure to have a gap between you and the bar

• Use the bar to pull yourself into the bar

What does "Zero Slack" mean?

• no relaxation in the arms, back, and legs

• tight core

• brace your back and core

• all of these

What do you do first Pull or Push?

• Pull only

• Push only

• Push with your legs (off the floor) and pull the weight simultaneously.

What are the primary muscles used in the sumo?

• Glutes

• hamstrings

• Quadriceps

• all of these are good answers

What are the benefits of the Sumo Deadlift vs. Conventional Deadlift?

• Increased pulling strength

• Decreased lumbar strength

• Quadriceps and glute strrength

• all answers are true

The Knees (during the sumo deadlift) should travel _____________.

• outward

• inward

• any which way

During the Sumo Deadlift the term "Zero Slack" means what ?

• get a short rope

• Get tight throughout the body and prepare to lift

• no breaks

During the Sumo deadlift, lifter should push their hips towards the ______________.

• sky

• bar

• floor