Box Drop Jump Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Legs
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Legs
- Secondary Muscles
- Core, Glutes
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- plyometrics
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8.5
- Alternate Names
- Jump Drop, Drop Jump
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Box Drop Jump
- Start standing on a box or platform.
- Step off the box and drop straight down.
- As you reach the ground, immediately jump back up as high as you can.
- Land softly and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Not using enough knee bend when landing.
- Landing stiffly, which could lead to injury.
- Jumping too high without proper control.
Modifications
- Perform the jump with a lower height for beginners.
- Use a softer surface to reduce impact.
Tips
- Focus on landing softly to absorb impact.
- Engage your core throughout the movement for stability.
- Use your arms for balance when jumping.
Box Drop Jump Alternatives
Tags
plyometrics
high-intensity
legs
jumps
strength
aerobic
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