Weighted Isometric-explosive Jump Squat
Muscle Groups: Quads, Calves, Glutes
Weighted Isometric-explosive 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 Weighted Isometric-explosive Jump Squat with proper form and technique.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a weight close to your chest.
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Lower into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, keeping your chest up and back straight.
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Explode upwards from the squat, jumping as high as you can while keeping the weight stable.
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Land softly back in the squat position, absorbing the impact through your legs.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Isometric-explosive Jump Squat safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your knees behind your toes during the squat to avoid strain.
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Maintain a straight back to prevent injury; avoid rounding your shoulders.
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Land softly on your feet to minimize impact on your joints.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Isometric-explosive 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 Weighted Isometric-explosive Jump Squat, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Isometric-explosive 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.
