Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Box Jump, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Quadriceps, Gluteus maximus |
| Also | Gastrocnemius, Hamstrings |
Setup
A sturdy box at a height you can land on with a quarter squat.
How to do it well
- Swing the arms and jump with both feet
- Land softly with bent knees, whole foot on the box
- Step down, never jump down
Common mistakes
- Picking a box so high the landing is a deep tuck
- Landing on the edge
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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.