What it does?
This exercise is excellent for developing strength and power in your legs, particularly your thigh. It will strengthen the muscles that support the knee and improve your balance and co-ordination.
What you need?
A set of blocks and bench or similar stable surface you can jump up onto
How do you do it?
- Start off by standing behind the box about 1ft away from it
- In one movement swing your arms upwards and jump up onto the box
- You should land on the box with both feet in a semi-squat position
- Step down off the box and get ready for the next jump
- Do 3 sets of 10-20 jumps
Key Points
- Focus on exploding off of the floor and landing with both feet
- Be careful not to lose your balance
