How to do it
Brace your core before each jump to stay balanced during the cross.
- 1
Begin in a standing position with your feet together and arms at your sides.
- 2
Jump up and cross your right arm over your left and your right foot over your left in mid-air.
- 3
Land gently in the crossed position before jumping back to the starting position.
- 4
On the next jump, cross your left arm over your right and your left foot over your right.
- 5
Continue alternating the cross with each jump, maintaining an energetic pace.
Expert tip
Focus on landing softly on the balls of your feet to reduce impact on your joints and maintain a steady breathing pattern.
Common mistakes
- ✕Landing with stiff locked knees
- ✕Failing to alternate cross sides each rep
- ✕Hunching the shoulders during arm crossing