Half Plyo Squat Twist
Explosive cardio that will have you feeling the burn! Twist your way to better fitness.
The Half Plyo Squat Twist is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core and lower back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Half Plyo Squat Twist Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Obliques; Spinal Erectors (erector spinae)
Half Plyo Squat Twist Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Half Plyo Squat Twist
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hands behind your head or crossed in front of your chest.
Lower into a half-squat position, ensuring that your thighs are approximately parallel to the ground while keeping your chest up and back straight.
In a rapid motion, spring up from the half-squat while simultaneously rotating your torso to one side.
Land softly in the half-squat position facing the opposite direction from when you started, with your feet shoulder-width apart, absorbing the impact through your legs.
Immediately perform the explosive movement again, this time twisting to the other side.
Alternate sides with each jump, ensuring that you are maintaining proper form throughout the movement.
Continue for the desired number of repetitions or for a set amount of time.
Half Plyo Squat Twist FAQs
What muscles does the Half Plyo Squat Twist work?
The Half Plyo Squat Twist mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core and lower back. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Half Plyo Squat Twist?
None. The Half Plyo Squat Twist is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Half Plyo Squat Twist a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Half Plyo Squat Twist go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Half Plyo Squat Twist variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Shift Half Core Plyo Squat, Forward Half Plyo to Arm Top Raise, Half Plyo Squat Jack and Side Twist Jump.
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