How to Do Jump Squats: Muscles Worked & Proper Form

Muscles Worked in Jump Squats

Primary muscles worked:

• Quads
• Glutes
• Adductors

Secondary muscles worked:

• Calves

How to Do Jump Squats

1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your hands in front of your chest or by your sides.
2. Bend at the hips and knees, lowering into a squat with a straight back and engaged core.
3. Drive upward explosively and jump as high as you can.
4. Land softly on the balls of your feet and immediately descend into the next squat.
5. Repeat for reps.

Commentary

The jump squat is a plyometric leg exercise that works the quads, glutes, and calves while also developing explosiveness and vertical power. Remember to focus on soft landings and a controlled movement.