Intermediate
Bodyweight Jump Squat
Author
Owen JonesUpdated
17 Sep 2024Demonstration Video
- Description
- Instructions
- Muscle Groups
- Tips
Exercise Description
Bodyweight Jump Squat targets the glutes, quads, hips, and hamstrings and also increases your heart rate. Because this variation puts more stress on your joints, it''s important to have healthy knees, ankles, and hips if you want to try this move.
Exercise Instructions
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Step 1
Place your fingers on the back of your head and pull your elbows back, so they are in line with your body. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and lower yourself into a squat. -
Step 2
Tighten your core muscles and push your hips up sharply, jumping as high as you can. Make sure you ride on your heels and not on your toes. After landing, immediately squat down and jump again.
Muscle Groups
Bodyweight Jump Squat targets Glutes, Hamstrings, Quads as seen below.
Exercise Tips
- Avoid leaning too far forward.
- Avoid putting too much weight on your toes.
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