plyometrics
Split Jump
Works the quadriceps, with no equipment.
Specification
| Equipment | body only |
| Primary muscles | quadriceps |
| Secondary muscles | calves, glutes, hamstrings |
| Mechanic | compound |
| Force | push |
| Level | beginner |
| Category | plyometrics |
How to do it
- Assume a lunge stance position with one foot forward with the knee bent, and the rear knee nearly touching the ground.
- Ensure that the front knee is over the midline of the foot.
- Extending through both legs, jump as high as possible, swinging your arms to gain lift.
- As you jump, bring your feet together, and move them back to their initial positions as you land.
- Absorb the impact by reverting back to the starting position.