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How to Do Jump Squat

Squat to parallel. Explode upward, leaving the floor completely. Land softly — absorb the impact by bending the knees immediately on contact. Reset before the next rep. This is plyometric power training: builds fast-twitch muscle fiber and leg explosiveness.

Step-by-Step Form Guide

Follow these cues for correct Jump Squat form

1
Setup
Squat to parallel
2
Movement
Explode upward, leaving the floor completely. Land softly — absorb the impact by bending the knees immediately on contact. Reset before the next rep
3
Lockout
This is plyometric power training: builds fast-twitch muscle fiber and leg explosiveness

Coaching Cues

Squat to full parallel before exploding — a half-squat jump is a half result
Arms swing up on the jump — use the momentum to get more height
Land with knees bent and soft — the landing mechanics are half the training stimulus

Muscles Worked

Primary: Legs

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