Jump Box Over
Description
The jump box over is a plyometric drill where the lifter jumps laterally over a box. From a side stance the athlete jumps up onto the box and continues down the other side in one motion. The drill builds explosive power and conditioning.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Jump Box Over Instructions
- Stand to the side of a sturdy box.
- Set the feet shoulder-width apart.
- Bend the knees and load the hips.
- Swing the arms back and explode up and over the box.
- Land softly on top of the box on both feet.
- Continue down the other side with a soft landing.
- Reset and jump back over to the starting side.
- Continue jumping over the box back and forth.
Jump Box Over Form & Visual
Jump Box Over Benefits
- Builds explosive power
- Strong conditioning move
- Trains lateral plyometrics
- Useful for athletes
- Trains lower body power
- Strong cardio builder
Jump Box Over Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Gluteus maximus
- Calves
- Hamstrings
Jump Box Over Variations & Alternatives
- Box Jump
- Lateral Box Jump
- Broad Jump
- Skater Jump
