jump squat

noun

A plyometrics squat exercise where the squatter performs a rapid eccentric contraction and jumps forcefully off the floor at the top of the range of motion.

Meanings

nounjump squat (plural jump squats)

plural jump squats

  1. A plyometrics squat exercise where the squatter performs a rapid eccentric contraction and jumps forcefully off the floor at the top of the range of motion.
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APA

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Chicago

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