Exercises / Jump squat

Jump squat GIF

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Male figure; the female figure follows.

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Worked muscles

QuadricepsMusculus quadriceps femoris
GlutesMusculus gluteus maximus
HamstringsMusculi ischiocrurales
CalvesMusculus triceps surae

Equipment: No equipment
Loop: One repetition, 1.63 seconds

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How to do a jump squat

Start in squat position
Explode up, jumping off floor
Land softly with bent knees
Immediately descend into next squat

Form tips

Land softly (quiet landings)
Absorb impact with legs
Don't lock knees on landing
Power comes from legs and hips
Great for explosive power