Star Jump

Technique

How to perform Star Jump

1. Stand with your feet about hip-width apart and your arms close to your sides.
2. Bend your hips and knees into a short squat, then push forcefully through your feet to jump upward.
3. While airborne, open your straight arms and legs outward into a star shape.
4. Bring your arms and legs inward again before your feet meet the floor.
5. Land on both feet with your hips and knees bending to absorb the landing.
6. Regain control before starting the next jump.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Gluteus Maximus, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis.