Jump Squat

Intermediate
Jump Squat animated demonstration
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How to Do It

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lower your body into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
  3. Jump explosively off the ground, extending your hips, knees, and ankles.
  4. While in mid-air, quickly bring your arms forward for balance.
  5. Land softly on the balls of your feet and immediately go into the next repetition.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Legs

Equipment

Body Weight

Muscles Worked

PrimaryGlutes
Secondary
QuadricepsHamstringsCalves