Quads Upper Legs Body Weight #1473

Backward Jump

Animated demonstration

Backward Jump — Animated demonstration

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At a glance

Target muscle
Quads
Body part
Upper Legs
Equipment
Body Weight
Synergist group
Hamstrings

Secondary muscles

Hamstrings Glutes Calves

How to perform

  1. 1

    Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Bend your knees slightly and jump backwards, pushing off with both feet.

  3. 3

    Land softly on the balls of your feet, bending your knees to absorb the impact.

  4. 4

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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