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Squat Jump, Medicine Ball |
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The squat jump with a medicine ball is an effective exercise for developing the quads and glutes, and is carried out by performing a squat and forcefully jumping up, landing back in a squat. This plyometric exercise helps to develop power & strength in the legs. Adding a medicine ball makes this a challenging but very effective exercise. Below you'll find a video guide and step by step instructions that describes the correct technique for the medicine ball squat jump exercise.
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Buttocks
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Calves
Hamstrings
Thighs
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Squat Jump, Medicine Ball Steps:
Take hold of a medicine ball and hold at chest height
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Stand up straight with feet slightly wider than shoulder width
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Drop into a squat until your thighs are below parallel
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Immediately extend the knees and hips to jump up so both feet leave the floor
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Land back with both feet & drop down into the squat position to repeat
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