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Lateral Box Jump

Main muscles
Adductors
Also works
Abductors, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Quads
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound · Push

How to do it

  1. Assume a comfortable standing position, with a short box positioned next to you. This will be your starting position.
  2. Quickly dip into a quarter squat to initiate the stretch reflex, and immediately reverse direction to jump up and to the side.
  3. Bring your knees high enough to ensure your feet have good clearance over the box.
  4. Land on the center of the box, using your legs to absorb the impact.
  5. Carefully jump down to the other side of the box, and continue going back and forth for several repetitions.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Lateral Box Jump work?
Mainly the adductors, with help from the abductors, calves, glutes, hamstrings, quads.
What equipment do I need?
Other equipment.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes, it is rated beginner level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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