The sumo deadlift is not a glute exercise.
Jordan Shallow
DC, Pre-Script® Founder
Sensation does not equal stimulation. Exercises are frequently selected because of how target musculature “feels” during execution. Exercises commonly exhibit a huge gap between perceived activation and actual stimulation, and the sumo deadlift is one such exercise.
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The sumo deadlift is not a glute exercise.
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Biceps Femoris
Function
Prevents anterior translation of tibia.
Function
Knee flexion, hip extension, tibia external rotation.
Function
Load heavy. Bias lengthened range positions with straight leg or minimal knee flexion.
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