How to do it
Swing both arms upward to help drive each lateral jump.
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Start in a standing position with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Quickly jump to one side, tucking both knees towards your chest.
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Land softly and immediately jump to the opposite side, repeating the knee tuck.
- 4
Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Engage your core and obliques to maximize the effectiveness of the exercise and maintain balance.
Common mistakes
- ✕Failing to tuck knees high toward the chest
- ✕Landing with stiff, locked-out knees
- ✕Dropping the chest forward on each landing