Strength

Barbell Jump Squat

Barbell Jump Squat boosts lower body strength, performance, and power. It involves a squat with a barbell, followed by a jump. Targets thighs and glutes, thus improving endurance and stability.

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Barbell Jump Squat instructions

Step-by-step instructions

1

Place a barbell across your shoulders as if you were about to perform a barbell squat.

2

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

3

Lower your body into a squat, bending at the knees and hips but keeping your back straight.

4

Then, burst upwards from your squat, using your legs and heels to propel you into the air.

5

Land gently and lower back into a squat to prepare for the next rep. Be careful not to round your back as you land.

Place a barbell across your shoulders as if you were about to perform a barbell squat.

Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Lower your body into a squat, bending at the knees and hips but keeping your back straight.

Then, burst upwards from your squat, using your legs and heels to propel you into the air.

Land gently and lower back into a squat to prepare for the next rep. Be careful not to round your back as you land.

Equipment needed

Bands

Barbell

Battle Ropes

Bench

Bosu

Box

Cables

Dip Bar

Dumbbell

EZ Curl Bar

Hex Bar

Kettlebell

Ladder

Machine

Pull-Up Bar

Yoga Ball

Muscles used

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Back

Front

Strength distributions

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