How to do it
Keep your chest up as you load for the jump.
- 1
Stand parallel to a sturdy box or platform at an appropriate height.
- 2
Bend your knees and swing your arms to propel yourself sideways onto the box.
- 3
Land with both feet on the box, knees slightly bent.
- 4
Step down carefully and reset before performing the jump to the other side.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, alternating sides.
Expert tip
Land softly to absorb the impact on your joints and maintain control throughout the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Landing with locked knees on the box
- ✕Jumping off one foot instead of two
- ✕Stepping down too quickly between jumps