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

1. Holding a weight in each hand, position yourself into a lunge. Engage and brace the core.

2. Quickly jump from the floor, switching the position of the legs in midair, and land into another lunge.

3. Perform the reps as consecutively as you can and with control.