Squat Jumps

Instructions

1. 1.Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, arms by your side and knees slightly bent. This is is your starting position.
2. 2.Bend your knees and lower your body into a full squat position with arms out in front of you.
3. 3.At the bottom of the squat, explode up and jump.
4. 4.Land and repeat for as many repetitions as is required.

Tips

• Try to keep your explosive movements as controlled as possible.
• Try not to allow too much momentum to drive your squats.
• Keep your core engaged and your back straight throughout the motion.
• Keep your arms controlled and pay attention to their position as you perform the exercise.

Breathing Instructions

Breathe in during the eccentric (lowering) portion of the exercise and breathe out during the concentric (elevation) portion.

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