How to Do
How to Do Power Step Up Jumps Off Box
The power step up jumps off box should begin with good posture to avoid injury. Brace the spine by drawing your lower abdomen inward. Your core muscles should be activated to support your posture as you perform the exercise.
If any pain is experienced, immediately stop the power step and jump off the box.
Beginning
Beginning Power Step Up Jumps Off Box
Begin with one foot on step 6-18” high and one foot on the ground with both feet pointing straight ahead and knee aligned over the toe.
Movement
Power Step Up Jumps Off Box Movement
1. Forcefully push off the step leg, getting full extension and switch legs for the landing.
2. Keep body weight on step-leg. For example if you push off your right leg, then land on your left leg.
3. Land with feet, knees, and hips in optimal alignment and repeat as fast as can be controlled by alternating legs.
Benefits
Power Step Up Jumps Off Box Benefits
The main areas you work on are explosive strength, speed strength, and vertical jumping power. Box jump training uses your own body weight to develop all of your leg muscles and build your core. Box jumps also improve your cardiovascular health and increase your stamina.
