Frog Squat Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Cardio
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Calves, Gluteus Maximus
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- cardio
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Frog Jump, Squat Frog
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Frog Squat
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lower your body into a squat position, keeping your knees aligned with your toes.
- Jump up explosively while raising your arms overhead.
- Land softly and immediately go down into the next squat.
Common Mistakes
- Letting knees cave inwards during the squat.
- Neglecting to engage the core.
- Jumping too high without control.
Modifications
- Perform the squat to a lower depth if full squats are painful.
- Use a chair for support if balance is an issue.
Tips
- Keep your chest up and back straight throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to maintain balance while squatting.
- Use your arms for momentum while you squat down and up.
Frog Squat Alternatives
Tags
cardio
squat
bodyweight
beginner
lower body
aerobic
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