TRX Jumping Squat
Explosive power meets core stability! Jump higher & squat deeper with the TRX Jumping Squat. Feel the burn & build strength.
The TRX Jumping Squat is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings and core. You'll need: suspension trainer.
Required Equipment
TRX Jumping Squat Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Hamstrings; Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
TRX Jumping Squat Variations and Alternatives
How to do the TRX Jumping Squat
Attach the suspension trainer to an anchor point above head height and adjust the handles to a suitable length.
Stand facing away from the anchor point, and hold on to the suspension trainer handles. Extend your arms in front of you at shoulder height.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and engage your core.
Lower your body into a squat position while keeping tension on the suspension trainer, allowing your arms to follow the natural movement without relaxing the tension.
Drive through your heels to jump explosively into the air while maintaining a firm grip on the handles.
Land softly, absorbing the impact with your legs by returning to the squat position. Try to make your movement smooth and continuous.
Repeat the jump squats for the desired number of repetitions and sets.
It's essential to maintain good form throughout this exercise to prevent any strain or injury, particularly when landing from the jumps. Ensure the knees don't cave in and keep your back straight. Adjust the difficulty by changing the length of the suspension trainer straps to modify the assistance given during the jump.
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TRX Jumping Squat FAQs
What muscles does the TRX Jumping Squat work?
The TRX Jumping Squat mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings and core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the TRX Jumping Squat?
Suspension trainer.
Is the TRX Jumping Squat 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 TRX Jumping Squat go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some TRX Jumping Squat variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Battle-Rope Arm Jump-Squat, Loop-Band Jump-Squat, TRX Side-Squat and TRX Lunge Abduction.
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