Exercise
JUMPING JACKS
Stand
Squat
Form cues
Land softly each time to reduce joint impact — absorb through the ankles, knees, and hips
Keep a slight bend in the knees on each landing
Maintain a rhythmic, consistent pace throughout the set
Arms should be straight and fully extended overhead at the wide position
Great as a warm-up exercise to elevate heart rate before a workout
Instructions
Step-by-step technique
Stand with feet together and arms at your sides.
Jump and simultaneously spread both legs out to the sides while raising both arms overhead.
Land softly with feet about shoulder-width apart and arms meeting above the head.
Immediately jump again and bring the feet back together while lowering the arms to the sides.
Continue in a continuous jumping rhythm for the desired duration or repetitions.