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Quadricepsglutes

Jumping Lunge

Jump and switch legs in mid-air from a lunge position, landing in the opposite lunge stance each rep.

Quick facts

Difficulty
Difficult
Mechanic
Compound
Force
Push
Type
Strength
Injury Risk
Moderate
Hypertrophy
Medium
Calorie Burn
High

Muscle focus

Primary and secondary muscle groups targeted by this movement.

Primary

quadsglutes (max)

Secondary

hamstringscalvesdeep abs / corehip flexors

Equipment & setup

What you need and how to position yourself before starting.

Equipment

body weight

Movement pattern

Alternate

Posture

Standing

Tracking parameters

reps

Step-by-step instructions

Follow these cues to master proper technique and stay safe through every rep.

  1. Step 1Setup
    • Step one foot forward into a lunge stance.
    • Keep your torso upright and core engaged.
  2. Step 2Starting Position
    • Lower into a lunge with both knees at about 90 degrees.
    • Your front knee should be over your ankle, not past your toes.
    • Arms can be at your sides or hands on hips.
  3. Step 3Execution
    • Explosively drive through both feet to jump vertically.
    • While airborne, switch your front and back legs.
    • Land softly with the opposite foot forward in a lunge position.
    • Absorb the landing by bending both knees.
    • Immediately drop into the next lunge and repeat.
    • Keep your torso upright and avoid leaning forward on landing.
Version 1 · Created February 24, 2026