Plyo Squat (female)

Plyo Squat demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand straight with your feet a bit wider than shoulder-width apart
  • 2Perform a regular squat, then engage your core and jump up
  • 3When you land, lower your body back into the squat position to complete one rep
  • 4Land as quietly as possible, which requires control
  • 5Do 2 sets of 10 reps

Tips:

  • Keep your torso upright while jumping
  • Make sure your knees don't buckle inward as you land
  • Land on the balls of your feet first, then bear the weight onto your heels
  • Ensure to protect your joints by not landing too hard

Plyo Squat Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs