Rocket Jump

What it is

This explosive bodyweight movement requires you to launch yourself upwards from a shallow squat. It effectively targets your quadriceps, while also engaging your calves and hamstrings. This exercise is excellent for developing lower body power and coordination.

Technique tips

• Initiate the jump by powerfully driving through your heels.
• Extend fully at the top, reaching your hands towards the ceiling.
• Absorb your landing softly, bending knees to dissipate impact.
• Keep your core engaged throughout the movement for stability.
• Control your descent; avoid simply dropping to the ground.
• Breathe out forcefully as you jump, inhale as you land.

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.