Legs·Other·Compound
Box Jump (Multiple Response)
Hamstrings · Other
Beginner
Body Part
Legs
Equipment
Other
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound
Force
Push
The Box Jump (Multiple Response) is a beginner other exercise that primarily targets the Hamstrings.
Muscles Worked
Hamstrings primaryAbductors secondaryAdductors secondaryCalves secondaryGlutes secondaryQuads secondary
How to Do the Box Jump (Multiple Response)
- 1Assume a relaxed stance facing the box or platform approximately an arm's length away. Arms should be down at the sides and legs slightly bent.
- 2Using the arms to aid in the initial burst, jump upward and forward, landing with feet simultaneously on top of the box or platform.
- 3Immediately drop or jump back down to the original starting place; then repeat the sequence.
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Exercise data from the open-source Free Exercise DB.