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Barbell Jump Squat
The Barbell Jump Squat is a barbell exercise that targets the quads, with the glutes, hamstrings and calves assisting. Follow the 7 steps below.
- Target muscles
- Quads
- Also works
- Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body part
- Upper legs
Step by step
- Stand upright with feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.
- Engage your core and bend your knees into a partial squat.
- Explosively jump upward, extending your hips and knees fully.
- Land softly back into the squat position with knees slightly bent.
- Maintain balance and control throughout the jump.
- Keep chest up and core engaged during the movement.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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