Cardio exercise
Jumping Jack
Jumping jacks: jump while spreading your legs and arms, then close back in. Simple cardio to warm up or do intervals.
- Primary muscleCardio
- Also worksCalves
- EquipmentBodyweight
- MovementCardio
- LevelBeginner
- Cardio
- Calves
- Bodyweight
How to do the Jumping Jack
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Stand with your feet together and your arms at your sides.
- Jump, spreading your legs wider than shoulder width while raising your straight arms overhead.
- Jump again, bringing your legs together and lowering your arms.
- Keep a steady rhythm, landing softly on the balls of your feet.
Muscles worked
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Jumping Jack work?
The Jumping Jack works mainly the cardiovascular system. It also works the calves and the shoulders.