Sumo Squat Stretch For Tennis | Exercise 5.41

Static Stretching · Book exercise 5.41

A wide stance squat stretch emphasizing the groin, hip adductors and glutes.

Exercise Video

Demonstration note: The clip shows the open squat with a short hold. Keep the head aligned with the spine; the photograph has a downward head tilt. The clip does not demonstrate the book’s subsequent inward knee pressure. See the timing note below.

Technique Photograph

How To Perform The Stretch

Set the feet wider than the shoulders with the toes slightly turned out. Lower into a deep squat, bring the palms together, and place the elbows inside the knees. Keep the spine and head neutral and look ahead. The book describes holding the open position for 10 seconds before pressing the knees inward.

Technique Cue

Do not round the upper back or look down to gain depth. The video demonstrates the open squat position with a short hold.

Targeted Muscles And Timing

Target: Glutes and hip adductors. Source timing: The 2015 book’s execution description says to hold for 10 seconds before pressing the knees inward, while its key factors specify a 45-second hold. These are different cues; the short video does not establish a complete timed sequence. Use a comfortable range without bouncing.

Book Technique And Related Exercises

Set the feet wider than the shoulders and lower into the squat with the elbows inside the knees. Keep the spine and head aligned. Establish the open squat before adding the inward knee pressure described in the book; keep that pressure gentle and controlled.

Related movements: Duck Walk and Butterfly. See Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning for Tennis for the complete exercise and assessment guidance; explore all static stretches.

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Book reference: Advanced Concepts of Strength & Conditioning for Tennis, Chapter 5, exercise 5.41 Sumo Squat.