Lateral Box Jump
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
Lateral box jumps are a dynamic plyometric exercise that improves lower body explosiveness and agility. The exercise is beneficial for athletes looking to enhance their lateral movement and coordination, building strength in the leg muscles while also promoting cardiovascular fitness.
How to do it
- Stand sideways next to a bench with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Bend your knees slightly and jump laterally onto the bench.
- Land softly on both feet, maintaining balance.
- Step or jump down carefully to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps
Secondary Gastrocnemius Hamstrings Obliques