FULL BODY · CARDIO
Box Jump
A lower-body power exercise involving a controlled jump onto a stable box.
Primary musclesQuads, Glutes
Secondary musclesCalves, Hamstrings, Core
EquipmentPlyometric box
DifficultyIntermediate · Jump
How to perform
- Choose a box height you can land on confidently.
- Load through the hips and jump upward.
- Land softly with both feet and step down when practical.
Tips
- Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
- Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the quads as the intended focus.
Common mistakes
- Using more load or speed than you can control.
- Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.
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