Jumping Jacks
Simultaneously jump the feet out and raise the arms overhead, then return, keeping a steady rhythm.
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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Movement
- Conditioning
Sets and reps
- Intervals: 6 to 10 rounds of 20 to 60 seconds hard with equal or longer easy recovery.
- Steady work: 10 to 30 minutes at a pace you could hold a conversation at.
General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.
Alternatives
Other exercises for the cardio, for when the bodyweight is taken or you want a change.
Questions
- What muscles does the Jumping Jacks work?
- The Jumping Jacks mainly works the cardio and full body.
- What equipment do you need for the Jumping Jacks?
- None: it is a bodyweight exercise.
- How many sets and reps of the Jumping Jacks?
- Intervals: 6 to 10 rounds of 20 to 60 seconds hard with equal or longer easy recovery. Steady work: 10 to 30 minutes at a pace you could hold a conversation at.
- What can I do instead of the Jumping Jacks?
- Assault Bike, Assault Bike Intervals, Elliptical Trainer and Indoor Rowing work the same main muscle.
Program it for your clients
Coaches add the Jumping Jacks to any workout in CoachVana, set the sets, reps, load and rest, and clients see this demo as they train.
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