A beginner plyometrics exercise done using just your bodyweight that mainly works the quadriceps, with help from the calves, glutes and hamstrings. Begin in a relaxed stance with your feet shoulder width apart and hold your arms close to the body. To initiate the move, squat down halfway and explode back up as high as possible.
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Primary
Quadriceps
Secondary
Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Shoulders
Equipment
Bodyweight
Level
beginner
Star Jump demonstration
Star Jump, starting positionStar Jump, finishing position
How to Perform
1Begin in a relaxed stance with your feet shoulder width apart and hold your arms close to the body.
2To initiate the move, squat down halfway and explode back up as high as possible. Fully extend your entire body, spreading your legs and arms away from the body.
3As you land, bring your limbs back in and absorb your impact through the legs.
Video Tutorial
Tips & Common Mistakes
•Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
•Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
•Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
•This is a great exercise for beginners - focus on form over reps
•As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently
