Star Jump Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Legs
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Cardio
- Primary Muscle
- Legs
- Secondary Muscles
- Arms, Core
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- cardio
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 8
- Alternate Names
- Jumping Star
How to: Star Jump
- Stand with feet together and arms at your sides.
- In one explosive movement, jump outwards while spreading your legs to the side and raising your arms overhead.
- Land softly and return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not using arms for balance.
- Jumping too high and landing hard.
- Incorrect landing posture which can strain knees.
Modifications
- Perform the jump with a lower impact by stepping instead of jumping.
- Reduce the range of motion if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Land softly to reduce impact on your joints.
- Use your hands to gain momentum and maintain balance.
- Keep your core engaged during the jump.
Star Jump Alternatives
Tags
aerobic
plyometrics
cardio
legs
high-intensity
full-body