Rocket Jump Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Thighs
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Gluteus Maximus, Calves
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Jumping Rocket
How to: Rocket Jump
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Bend your knees and lower your body into a squat.
- Explode upward, jumping as high as you can.
- Swing your arms upward to gain momentum.
- Land softly and immediately go into the next jump.
Common Mistakes
- Not bending the knees enough during landing.
- Allowing the heels to rise too early when jumping.
- Lifting too high without proper control.
Modifications
- Perform with a lower jump to reduce impact.
- Substitute with step-ups if jumping is too strenuous.
Tips
- Keep your core engaged to maintain balance.
- Land softly to reduce impact on the joints.
- Use your arms to generate momentum for the jump.
Rocket Jump Alternatives
Tags
plyometrics
cardio
thighs
strength
aerobic
jumping