Jumps · Regular
Squat Jump
A bodyweight squat that drives into a vertical jump, building leg power.
Demo by Dre, an AI coach. Its start and end, as stills.
- Works
- quads, glutes; also calves, hamstrings
- Kit
- No kit
- Dose
- 6 to 10 reps
It goes into the workout in progress at the Bench, as a new group in its main set.
Set up
Stand with feet shoulder width, toes slightly out, and arms relaxed at your sides, ready to swing.
While you move
- Sit back, then drive up
- Swing your arms for height
- Land soft, knees over toes
- Reset, then jump again
Avoid
- Letting your knees cave in on the landing
- Landing stiff on your heels
- Rushing reps until form fades
Take care if you have trouble with jumping or landing or your knees.