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backward jump

backward jump exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: quads. Equipment: body weight.

backward jump exercise demonstration
Target muscle
quads
Muscle group
hamstrings
Body part
upper legs
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

hamstrings, glutes, calves

How to perform

  1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Bend your knees slightly and jump backwards, pushing off with both feet.
  3. Land softly on the balls of your feet, bending your knees to absorb the impact.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.