Body-weight Jump Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Calves, Glutes
Body-weight Jump Squat focuses on Quads, Calves, Glutes, with Hamstrings, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Body-weight Jump Squat with proper form and technique.
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Place your fingers on the back of your head and pull your elbows back so that they are in line with your body. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and descend into a squat position.
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Brace core and explosively push hips upward, jumping as high as you can. Make sure you drive through your heels and not your toes. Upon landing, immediately squat down and jump again.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Body-weight Jump Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Avoid leaning too far forward.
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Avoid placing too much weight on your toes.
Secondary Muscles
While Body-weight Jump Squat primarily targets Quads, Calves, Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Hips . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Body-weight Jump Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Body-weight Jump Squat, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
