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Movement · Upper Legs

Barbell Jump Squat

A loaded jump pattern for players progressing their lower-body power work.

TargetGlutes
Equipmentbarbell
Body partUpper Legs
LevelAdvanced

Technique

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell across your upper back.

  2. 2

    Lower your body into a squat position by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.

  3. 3

    Once you reach the bottom of the squat, explode upwards by jumping off the ground.

  4. 4

    As you jump, extend your hips, knees, and ankles, pushing through your toes.

  5. 5

    Land softly back into the squat position and immediately repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Target and supporting

Target

Glutes

Secondary

QuadricepsHamstringsCalves

ScoreDive guidance

Programming guide

Use low volume and full rest so each jump remains deliberate.

Coach tips

  • • Land quietly.
  • • Reset before the next rep.

Training plans

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Move within a comfortable range and use qualified coaching when learning unfamiliar exercises or using equipment. This educational content is not medical advice.