AÂ FIT30 EXERCISE
Scissor Jump
Scissor Jump is a variation that involves a scissoring motion with the legs while incorporating the jump rope. This dynamic exercise targets the lower body and adds an extra challenge to your jump rope routine.
HOWÂ TO
How do I do Scissor Jump?
- Adjust the jump rope to a suitable length, ensuring it reaches your armpits when standing on the middle of the rope.
- Start with the basic jump rope motion to establish a rhythm.
- As you jump, extend one leg forward and the other backward in a scissor-like motion.
- Quickly switch the positions of your legs in mid-air, bringing the opposite leg forward and the initial forward leg backward.
- Continue using your wrists to rotate the jump rope, coordinating the scissor jump motion with the rotation.
TIPS
What are some tips for Scissor Jump?
- Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso during the scissor jump motion.
- Keep your movements light and stay on the balls of your feet to reduce impact on your joints.
- Ensure that your arm movement is coordinated with the scissor jump motion for a fluid and efficient workout.
- Maintain proper posture by looking straight ahead, which helps with balance and form.
MODIFICATIONS
How do I modify Scissor Jump?
Easier
- If the scissor jump is challenging, perform regular jumps without the scissor motion or reduce the "width" of the scissor.
What are the benefits of Scissor Jump?
Endurance
Leg Strength
Improved Coordination
A jump30 workout
Sparkle On, Darling!
Complete 3 Rounds In 25:00
- Alternate Foot Jump (0:15)
- Scissor Jump (0:25)
- Rest (0:20)
- Sprawls (0:20)
- Bodyweight Squat Hold (0:25)
- Rest (0:20)
- Alternate Foot Jump (0:40)
- Rest (0:20)
- Basic Jump (0:40)
- Rest (0:20)
- Alternate Foot Jump (0:15)
- Scissor Jump (0:25)
- Rest (0:20)
- Sprawls (0:15)
- Bodyweight Squat Hold (0:25)
- Rest (0:20)
- Freestyle Jump (0:40)
- Rest (0:20)
- Basic Jump (0:40)
- Rest (1:00)
Free
A jump30 workout
Shell Yeah!
Complete 5 Rounds In 29:25
- Ski Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:20)
- High Plank Knees-to-Chest (0:15)
- High Plank Pulses (0:15)
- Plank Switches (0:15)
- Rest (0:20)
- Scissor Jump (0:45)
- Rest (0:20)
- Elbow Plank Knees-to-Chest (0:15)
- High Plank Pulses (0:15)
- Plank Switches (0:15)
- Rest (0:20)
- Freestyle Jump (0:45)
- Rest (1:00)
Free