The Anatomy behind the Split Jump

Split Jump is a plyometric exercise that strengthens the gluteus maximus, quadriceps femoris, and calf muscles.

Get into a lunge position and jump upward.
Quickly reposition legs and land with feet in opposite positions.
On landing, absorb the forces progressively through the feet, ankles, knees, hips, and back.

The gastrocnemius is primarily involved in jumping, running and lower-body plyometric exercises.

The gluteal muscles are powerful hip extensors for jumping and other explosive movements.
The quadriceps muscles are involved in extending the knee in jumping and sprinting movements.
All these active muscles also play an essential part in decelerating the body during landings.

The hamstrings assist in hip extension and play a significant role in powerfully extending the hip for explosive jumps.
The soleus assists in ankle plantar flexion.

The main stabilizers are the core muscles and the gluteus medius.

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