Box Jumps

How to Perform

1. Set up: Stand facing a box at arm’s length distance. Feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Load: Swing your arms back as you hinge slightly at the hips and bend your knees.
3. Jump: Explosively extend your hips and knees while swinging your arms forward. Jump onto the box.
4. Land: Land softly with both feet fully on the box, knees slightly bent. Stand tall at the top.
5. Step down: Step back down one foot at a time (don’t jump down — it’s high impact on your joints for no benefit).

Choosing Box Height

Start with a height where you can land with your hips above your knees. If you’re landing in a deep squat on top of the box, it’s too high — you’re just pulling your knees up higher, not actually jumping higher.

Essential Equipment

Equipment	Why You Need It	Our Pick	Review
Exercise Mat	Cushions the landing area and protects your floor	Yoga Mad Studio Mat	Read Review