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Jump Squat

An exercise for the Upper Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partUpper Legs Target muscleGlutes EquipmentBody Weight

Step by step

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Lower your body into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
  3. Jump explosively off the ground, extending your hips, knees, and ankles.
  4. While in mid-air, quickly bring your arms forward for balance.
  5. Land softly on the balls of your feet and immediately go into the next repetition.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Glutes (primary)QuadricepsHamstringsCalves

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