Over a remarkable two-decade stint with the New York Yankees, Derek Jeter was the epitome of consistency. His career wasn’t defined by jaw-dropping power or lightning speed; instead, he excelled through keen hand-eye coordination, rapid reflexes, and an unwavering commitment to durability.
Known affectionately as “Captain Clutch,” Jeter has now reached 51 years of age, a time when most athletes see their physical prowess begin to fade. Yet, Jeter seems to defy this natural decline. On Thursday, he took to Instagram to share a brief video that dispels any notions of diminished athleticism.
In the post, Jeter showcases an impressive feat—the kneeling jump squat, a demanding plyometric exercise designed to enhance explosive power and lower-body strength. The video also includes a playful moment with his wife, Hannah, who candidly admits she doubted his ability to complete the move. Jeter’s caption humorously addresses her skepticism, reaffirming his enduring athleticism.
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In the clip, Jeter effortlessly performed the kneeling jump squat, a plyometric exercise that builds explosive power and lower-body strength. Funnily enough, Jeter’s wife, Hannah, admitted on the clip that she thought he couldn’t do it. Jeter’s caption appears to be a reply to her.
Among the many notable names who were impressed by Derek Jeter’s athletic feat was Dexter Fowler’s wife, Aliya.
“That’s actually impressive lol,” Aliyah wrote, tagging her husband.
“🫡 lol,” Fowler replied.
Dexter Fowler played 14 seasons in MLB for five different teams. Fowler’s best success came during his two-year stint with the Chicago Cubs [2015-2016]. He won his only World Series and All-Star selection in his final year in Chicago.
Fowler has been married to Aliya (nee Baghbani) since November 2012. He met her in Las Vegas two years prior. She is of Iranian descent, having moved to the U.S. at age five. With Fowler, she is a mother of two daughters, Naya and Ivy Noor.
Ex-MLB All-Stars react to Derek Jeter’s athletic feat
Like Derek Jeter’s wife, his fellow Yankees legend, CC Sabathia, also didn’t think he could do the kneeling squat jump. Meanwhile, Evan Longoria heaped praise on Jeter for the feat. Shane Victorino praised Jeter, but pointed out the aftereffect.
“Ain’t gon lie cuz I would have bet against you 😂😂😂,” Sabathia wrote.
“Kings stay kings,” Longotia reacted.
“Knees all sore now 🤪😉😂 Still got it 🫡,” Victorino commented.
CC Sabathia played 11 seasons with the Yankees, from 2009 to 2019. Sabathia won the World Series with the Yankees in his first year in New York. A six-time All-Star, he had won the Cy Young Award in 2007, playing for the Cleveland Indians.
Evan Longoria played 16 seasons in the MLB for three teams, most notably for the Tampa Bay Rays. Having won the Rookie of the Year award with the Rays in 2008, Longoria was a three-time All-Star and three-time Gold Glove Award winner.
Shane Victorino, nicknamed “the Flyin’ Hawaiian,” is best known for his time with the Philadelphia Phillies, from 2005 to 2012. A two-time All-Star, Victorino won a World Series with the Phillies in 2008 and later with the Boston Red Sox in 2013.
Edited by Safeer M S