Semi Squat Jump
The jump squat from a half squat instead of a full one: a quick shallow dip and a straight jump, rep after rep.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, feet hip-width, arms hanging at the sides.
Steps
- Dip into a half squat, hips back, hands toward the knees.
- Jump straight up, the body long in the air.
- Land softly on the balls of the feet and sink straight into the next dip.
Common mistakes
Sinking to a full squat: this is the half-depth jump; keep the dip short. Landing on locked knees: bend them as the feet touch. Knees caving on the landing: push them out over the toes.
Breathing
Exhale on the jump, inhale landing.
