Male
Jump Squat
Muscles involved
How to do it
1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes slightly pointed out, and arms at your sides. 2. Lower into a squat until your thighs are parallel to the floor, then explosively jump upward, swinging your arms overhead. 3. Pause briefly at the apex of your jump. 4. Land softly with bent knees to absorb the impact, returning to the squat position.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Squat low enough to generate power from your legs. - Explode upwards as quickly as possible, swinging your arms for momentum. - Land softly with bent knees to absorb the impact. - Maintain a flat back and upright chest throughout.
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