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AerobicBody weight

Step Jack

Intensity
duration
MET
6.5energy expenditure
Type
Aerobic

Target muscles

  • Quads15%
  • Hamstrings15%
  • Calves15%
  • Glutes15%
  • Shoulders10%
  • Chest10%
  • Lats20%
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Land softly on the midfoot of each stepping leg.

  1. 1

    Start with your feet together and arms by your sides.

  2. 2

    Step out to the side with one foot while raising your arms laterally to shoulder height.

  3. 3

    Quickly bring your foot back to the starting position while lowering your arms.

  4. 4

    Repeat the movement with the opposite foot, alternating sides with each repetition.

  5. 5

    Continue the exercise for the desired duration or number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Maintain a brisk and rhythmic pace to keep your heart rate up, and engage your core throughout the exercise for stability.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Raising the arms above shoulder height
  • ✕Taking steps that are too narrow
  • ✕Locking the knees on each step
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