Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump
Explosive cardio! Jump into fitness with alternating lunges and a dynamic arm swing. Build strength & coordination.
The Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump is a compound exercise that mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core and back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Lats (latissimus dorsi)
Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump
Starting Position:
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Keep your arms relaxed at your sides.
Jumping:
Engage your core muscles.
Bend your knees slightly and prepare to jump.
As you jump, swing your arms overhead and spread your legs apart to perform a split lunge.
3. Landing:
Land softly with your right foot forward and your left foot back, bending both knees to about 90 degrees.
Your right knee should be directly over your right ankle. Your left knee should hover just above the ground.
Return Jump:
Push off with your front foot (right foot) to jump back to the starting position.
Swing your arms back down as you return to a standing position.
Repeat:
Immediately jump again, this time landing with your left foot forward and right foot back into the lunge position.
Continue alternating legs while maintaining the swinging arm motion.
Breathing:
Inhale as you prepare to jump and exhale as you land in the lunge position.
7. Repetitions:
Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each leg, resting as needed between sets.
Tips:
Keep your movements controlled and focus on maintaining balance.
Ensure your knees do not extend past your toes during the lunge.
As you gain confidence, you can increase the speed of your jumps.
Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump FAQs
What muscles does the Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump work?
The Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the core and back. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.
What equipment do you need for the Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump?
None. The Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump 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 Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Forward-Step with Arm Swing, Arm Leg Lift to Split-Squat, Back-Leg Arm Swing Raise and Battle-Rope Split Jump.
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