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Jumping Jacks
This classic full-body dynamic exercise elevates heart rate and targets the calves, shoulders, quads, and glutes, making it an excellent warm-up or conditioning movement.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- gastrocnemius · gluteus medius · lateral deltoid · abductors · quadriceps · soleus
- Goals
- endurance
- Equipment
- No equipment
- Category
- Cardio
- Difficulty
- beginner
Demonstration
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How to perform the movement
- Stand tall with feet together and arms at your sides.
- Simultaneously jump your feet out wide and raise your arms overhead.
- Ensure your arms meet or nearly meet above your head.
- Jump your feet back together while lowering your arms to your sides.
- Maintain a continuous, rhythmic motion.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Land softly on the balls of your feet to absorb impact.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Control your breathing; inhale as you jump out, exhale as you jump in.
- Increase speed for a greater cardiovascular challenge.