Star Jump
How to do the Star Jump
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Begin in a relaxed stance with your feet shoulder width apart and hold your arms close to the body.
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To initiate the move, squat down halfway and explode back up as high as possible. Fully extend your entire body, spreading your legs and arms away from the body.
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As you land, bring your limbs back in and absorb your impact through the legs.
How to program the Star Jump
Sets and reps
As a compound movement, the Star Jump responds well to heavier loading. For strength, work in the 3–5 sets of 4–8 reps range with 2–3 minutes of rest between sets. For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 90 seconds of rest is the classic hypertrophy zone. Place it early in your session, when you're freshest, and leave 1–3 reps in reserve on most sets.
Progression
The Star Jump is beginner-friendly. Start with a load (or rep count) you can complete with clean form on every set, then add a small amount of weight or 1–2 reps each week. When you hit the top of your rep range on all sets, increase the load and drop back to the bottom of the range — simple double progression.
Secondary muscles worked
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Star Jump work?
The Star Jump primarily targets the Quadriceps. It also recruits the Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Shoulders as supporting muscles.
What equipment do I need for the Star Jump?
You need Body Only. Difficulty level: Beginner.
How many sets and reps of the Star Jump should I do?
For strength, do 3–5 sets of 4–8 reps with 2–3 minutes rest. For muscle growth, do 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with about 90 seconds rest.
