Jumping Jacks

1. Stand with your feet together and arms at your sides.
2. Jump explosively while simultaneously spreading your legs apart and raising your arms overhead. Your body should form an "X" shape in mid-air.
3. Land softly on the balls of your feet with your knees slightly bent.
4. Quickly return to the starting position by jumping again and bringing your legs back together while lowering your arms to your sides.
5. Continue the jumping jack motion in a rhythmic and controlled manner.

1. Maintain control throughout the movement to reduce the impact on joints.
2. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso during the jumping motion.
3. Keep your movements light, landing softly on the balls of your feet to minimize impact.
4. Aim for a consistent pace to maximize cardiovascular benefits.

Easier

• Perform at a slower pace.
• Perform with a smaller range of motion.

Harder

• Perform at a very fast pace.
• Use light ankle and/or wrist weights.