Jack Step
The jumping jack without the jump: step one foot out as the arms sweep overhead, step it back as they come down; alternate sides.
How to do it
Setup
Standing with the feet together and the arms relaxed.
Steps
- Step one foot out to the side as the arms sweep up overhead.
- Step it back in as the arms come down.
- Repeat with the other foot.
Common mistakes
Dropping the arms halfway: sweep them all the way up. Stepping onto the heel: tap the ball of the foot out, knee soft. Rushing into a jump: the step keeps it low impact.
Breathing
Inhale as the arms rise, exhale as they come down.
