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Jumping jacks

A classic warm-up and conditioning move. Logged as seconds; step out instead of jumping for a low-impact version.

Also known as: Star jumps, Jumping jack, Sprællemand, Sprællemænd

How to do it

  1. Stand tall with feet together and arms at your sides.
  2. Jump the feet out while swinging the arms overhead.
  3. Jump back to the start and keep a steady rhythm.

Common mistakes

Alternatives

Watch a video demonstration on YouTube

“How to do a Jumping Jack | Proper Form & Technique | NASM” by National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) (opens YouTube)

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