Video: “How to do a Jumping Jack | Proper Form & Technique | NASM” by National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) on YouTube. Plays in YouTube's privacy-enhanced mode.
How to do it
A classic warm-up and cardio move that raises your heart rate quickly. Keep going for the time shown.
- Stand with your feet together and arms by your sides.
- Jump your feet out wide while raising your arms above your head.
- Jump back to the start.
- Keep a steady rhythm.
Tips and safety
- For a low-impact version, step one foot out at a time instead of jumping.
- Land softly on the balls of your feet.
Move within a comfortable range and stop if you feel pain. If you have an injury or health condition, check with a qualified professional first.
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