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Tuck Jump

Jump with knees to chest. A vertical jump where you pull your knees to your chest in the air.

Category
Bodyweight
Muscles
Legs, Hip flexors, Jumping power
Level
Advanced
Equipment
none

How to do the Tuck Jump, step by step

  1. Stand hip-width.
  2. Dip quickly and jump hard.
  3. Pull your knees to your chest in the air.
  4. Extend your legs and land softly.

Common mistakes and how to fix them

  • Torso tips forwardstay upright, bring your knees up.
  • Hard landingabsorb it softly through your knees.

How to scale the Tuck Jump

If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:

  • Jump Squat
  • High Knees

These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.

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