How to Do Barbell Calf Jump

Barbell Calf Jump is a calves exercise using barbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Calves

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Barbell Calf Jump

  1. 01Position a barbell across the upper traps and stand with feet hip-width apart.
  2. 02Dip slightly at the knees and then immediately explode upward by pushing through the balls of the feet.
  3. 03Extend the ankles forcefully to achieve maximum height while keeping the barbell secure.
  4. 04Land softly on the balls of the feet and immediately transition into the next jump.
  5. 05Maintain a vertical torso and tight core to stabilize the barbell during the flight phase.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Calf Jump

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Calves Pushes off the ground through the ankle.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Maintain a slight bend in the knees throughout the jump to ensure the force is generated through plantar flexion of the ankles.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Calf Jump questions

What muscles does Barbell Calf Jump work?

Barbell Calf Jump is catalogued as a calves exercise in A90 Training Club, with the calves as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Calf Jump correctly?

Position a barbell across the upper traps and stand with feet hip-width apart. Dip slightly at the knees and then immediately explode upward by pushing through the balls of the feet. Extend the ankles forcefully to achieve maximum height while keeping the barbell secure. Land softly on the balls of the feet and immediately transition into the next jump. Maintain a vertical torso and tight core to stabilize the barbell during the flight phase.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Calf Jump?

Maintain a slight bend in the knees throughout the jump to ensure the force is generated through plantar flexion of the ankles.

Is Barbell Calf Jump suitable for beginners?

Barbell Calf Jump is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Calf Jump?

Barbell Calf Jump uses barbell.

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