Jump Shrug
Description
This exercise involves jumping and shrugging the shoulders at the same time. It is often used in weightlifting and powerlifting to develop explosive power in the legs and upper body. The movement starts with a jump, followed by a quick shrug of the shoulders to generate momentum and lift the weight.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Jump Shrug Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hold a dumbbell in each hand.
- Bend your knees slightly and jump up, extending your arms straight up above your head.
- As you land, immediately shrug your shoulders up towards your ears.
- Lower your arms and repeat for the desired number of reps.
Jump Shrug Form & Visual
Jump Shrug Benefits
- Increases explosive power in the legs and hips
- Strengthens the traps and upper back muscles
- Improves grip strength
- Enhances overall athletic performance
- Burns calories and promotes weight loss
Jump Shrug Muscles Worked
- Trapezius
- Rhomboids
- Deltoids
- Quadriceps
- Glutes
- Hamstrings
- Gastrocnemius
Jump Shrug Variations & Alternatives
- Jump Shrug with Dumbbells
- Jump Shrug with Barbell
- Single Leg Jump Shrug
- Explosive Jump Shrug
- Jump Shrug with Resistance Bands
