Overview

The tuck jump is a plyometric exercise that increases power in the hips, legs, and trunk. The ballistic nature of this exercise requires a strong base level of strength in the legs. It’s recommended that beginners do not perform this exercise.

Description

• Stand with your feet directly underneath you.
• Jump up as high as you can, throwing your arms up.
• While in the air, quickly tuck your legs into your hips.
• Before landing quickly extend your legs down to absorb the landing.
• Keep your chest up and maintain good posture throughout.

Mistakes

• Not pulling the knees up
• Not keeping the feet under the hips
• Not bending the legs to absorb the landing
• Not tucking the knees up
• Not getting the feet to tuck underneath the hips