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Also known as: Side jumping jack.

Technique

  1. From a standing position perform a small jump and land with feet larger than hip-width and arms extended laterally, parallel to the floor
  2. Jump again and return to the starting position with your legs closed and arms by your side

Form tips

  • Maintain a rhythmic pace and stay light on the balls of your feet.
  • Coordinate the arm movement ( Shoulder abduction) with the leg jumps.

Muscles

Strength

Secondary

  • Legs

Equipment

Appears in

Progressions

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Star jump

Novice
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Frontal jumping jack

Novice
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Jumping trunk twists

Beginner
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Crazy toy soldier front

Intermediate
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Crazy toy soldier back

Intermediate
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Crazy toy soldier side

Intermediate
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