Exercise guide

Jumping Jacks

The Jumping Jack is a full body cardio movement that increases heart rate while engaging the legs, shoulders, and core.

Category
Cardio
Difficulty
Beginner
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
Yes
How to

How to do the Jumping Jacks

  1. 01

    Stand upright with feet together and arms at your sides.

  2. 02

    Jump your feet out to the sides.

  3. 03

    Raise your arms overhead at the same time.

  4. 04

    Land softly with knees slightly bent.

  5. 05

    Jump your feet back together.

  6. 06

    Lower your arms to return to the starting position.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Land softly to reduce joint impact
  • Keep a steady rhythm throughout
  • Maintain control instead of rushing the movement
Muscles

Muscles worked

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Jumping Jacks work?

The Jumping Jacks primarily targets the Abs. Supporting muscles include Calves.

Is the Jumping Jacks a compound or isolation exercise?

The Jumping Jacks is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Jumping Jacks?

The Jumping Jacks is a bodyweight exercise. No equipment is needed.

What difficulty level is the Jumping Jacks?

The Jumping Jacks is rated as beginner difficulty. It is suitable for those new to resistance training.

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