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Squat Bounce Sky Punch

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Squat Bounce Sky Punch.

MediumGlutesQuadriceps

About this exercise

The Squat Bounce Sky Punch is a plyometric full-body conditioning exercise combining a squat bounce with an explosive overhead punch. The rapid squat-and-rise pattern trains lower-body power while the punching motion adds an upper-body cardio component and improves coordination.

How to Perform

  • Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, hands loosely fisted near your chin in a guard position
  • Lower into a squat by bending your knees and pushing your hips back
  • Bounce lightly at the bottom of the squat, then explosively drive upward through your legs
  • As you rise, extend one or both arms overhead in a punching motion toward the sky
  • Land softly by bending your knees to absorb the impact
  • Immediately transition back into the next squat with a controlled bounce
  • Continue for the desired number of reps or duration at a steady, rhythmic pace

Muscle Activation

Primary
GlutesQuadriceps
Secondary
CoreFront shoulders

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About the Squat Bounce Sky Punch

The Squat Bounce Sky Punch is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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