Bench Jump

Bench Jump - Exercise Guide

Step 1

Place a box or sturdy bench on the floor.

Step 2

Stand up straight with your feet shoulder width away from each other and the box 1-2 feet away from you. This is your starting position.

Step 3

Swing your arms behind you as move on to a squatting position.

Step 4

Perform a short squat in preparation for the jump. Swing your arms behind you.

Step 5

Rebound out of this position by extending your hips, knees and ankles to jump as high as you can. Swing your arms forward and up.

Step 6

Jump over the bench. Once your feet have landed, slightly bend your knees to absorb the impact of the landing.

Step 7

Turn around and repeat the steps to jump back over the bench.