Exercise technique

box jump down with one leg stabilization

The box jump down with one leg stabilization is a plyometric exercise that targets the calves and challenges balance and stability. It involves jumping onto a box and stabilizing on one leg, which also engages the quadriceps, hamstrings, and glutes.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Stand in front of a box or platform with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Bend your knees and jump onto the box, landing softly with one foot on the box and the other foot hanging off the edge.
  3. Stabilize yourself on the box with the foot that is on it, while keeping the other foot off the ground.
  4. Hold this position for a few seconds, engaging your calf muscles to maintain balance.
  5. Slowly step down with the foot that is on the box, returning to the starting position.
  6. Repeat the exercise with the other leg.

Which other muscles are involved?

Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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