Squat jacks
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Squat jacks engage your quads, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. This move works the lower body and strengthens your core muscles. It also boosts cardiovascular endurance and hip mobility. Due to its intense nature, it raises your heart rate and improves aerobic fitness.
How to do it
- 1Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart.
- 2Bent you knees to 90 degrees. Keep your torso upright, your chest up, and your hands in guard position.
- 3Perform a squat and then push yourself off the ground through your heels. Keep your abs tight during the entire range of motion.
- 4Return to the starting position and repeat.
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Let your knees extend beyond your toes
- Arch your back
Now you know how it is done. In the app it joins the other exercises and becomes a multi-week plan.
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