How to do it
Keep your torso tall and your hips square to the front throughout each jump.
- 1
Stand with your feet together and arms by your side.
- 2
Jump up and split your legs, landing with one foot forward and the other back.
- 3
Simultaneously raise your arms out to the sides and overhead.
- 4
Jump again and reverse the position of your legs and arms, returning to the starting position.
- 5
Continue alternating the position of your legs with each jump.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions or time.
Expert tip
Land softly on the balls of your feet to reduce impact on your joints and maintain a steady rhythm throughout the set.
Common mistakes
- ✕Taking too wide a stance in the split
- ✕Failing to raise arms fully overhead
- ✕Jumping without alternating the lead leg