Jumping Jacks
The Jumping Jacks is a compound cardio exercise using only your body weight. It primarily targets the shoulders and calves, with the quadriceps, hamstrings, and abdominals working as secondary muscles. Suitable for beginners.
Primary Muscles
Secondary Muscles
Level
beginnerMechanic
compoundEquipment
body onlyCategory
cardioInstructions
- Stand upright with your legs together and arms at your sides.
- Jump up while spreading your legs shoulder-width apart.
- Simultaneously raise your arms above your head in a smooth motion.
- Jump again to return to the starting position with legs together and arms at your sides.
- Maintain a steady rhythm and land softly on the balls of your feet.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.