Weighted Jump Squat
How to do the Weighted Jump Squat with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
Quads
Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower Back
Barbell
How to do the Weighted Jump Squat
- 1
Position a lightly loaded barbell across the back of your shoulders. You could also use a weighted vest, sandbag, or other type of resistance for this exercise.
- 2
The weight should be light enough that it doesn't slow you down significantly. Your feet should be just outside of shoulder width with your head and chest up. This will be your starting position.
- 3
Using a countermovement, squat partially down and immediately reverse your direction to explode off of the ground, extending through your hips, knees, and ankles. Maintain good posture throughout the jump.
- 4
As you return to the ground, absorb the impact through your legs.
Log it, see it on your body.
Every Weighted Jump Squat set you log feeds Ascend's anatomy heatmap — so your quads volume is visible at a glance — and counts toward your bodyweight-strength tier.
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