Box Jump (Multiple Response)

A plyometric exercise used to improve explosive power, typically in the lower body.

Instructions

• Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.
• Bend your knees slightly and swing your arms back to prepare for the jump.
• Explosively jump onto the box, securing a solid landing with soft knees.
• Stand up straight on the box, then step or jump back down to the start position.
• Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Landing with stiff legs instead of soft knees, which can increase injury risk.
• Not using the arms for momentum, leading to a less powerful jump.
• Jumping down from the box with locked knees, which increases injury risk.
• Choosing a box that is too high, causing poor landing form.

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