Challenge Of The Week: Jump Squat

Some of the most effective exercises can be performed with no equipment
and simply use your own body weight. The jump squat is a total-body exercise that  primarily works the legs and midsection -- specifically, the gluteus maximus, hamstrings, abdominals, quadriceps and calves.

While regular squats are great,  jump squat offer a new dimension on the traditional — one that you will definitely going to feel in your quads. Learn how to do this move below!


How To:

• Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
• Begin by doing a regular squat, then engage your core and jump up explosively.
• When you land, lower your body back into the squat position to complete one rep. Land as quietly as possible, which requires control.
• Do two to three sets of 10 reps.

Be sure to use your whole foot to jump, not only your toes, and try not to make your shoulders lean out beyond your knees, as this can strain and injure your back.