WEIGHTED JUMP LUNGES
How To Perform Weighted Jump Lunges
Weighted Jump Lunges are a fantastic lower body plyometric exercise that works the quads, glutes, and calves. This exercise can be used to build strength, power and conditioning in the lower body.
Level/Difficulty: Advanced
Muscle Group(s): quads, hamstrings, glutes, calves, core
Equipment: kettlebells or dumbbells
Exercise groups: Lower Body Exercises, Full Body Exercises, Lower Body Exercises, Core Strengthening Exercises, Upper Body Exercises, Posture Strengthening Exercises
Coaching Cues:
Hold weight in each hand, move with control, jump and switch legs in mid air
Before starting:
It's important that you use a weight that you are comfortable with as to not lose your balance or increase your risk for injury - always start with less
Holding a weight in each hand, position yourself into a lunge. Engage and brace the core.
Quickly jump from the floor, switching the position of the legs in midair, and land into another lunge.
Perform the reps as consecutively as you can and with control.
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