Jumping Jack
Jump the feet apart while the arms sweep overhead, then back; a warm-up staple.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, feet together, arms at the sides.
Steps
- Jump the feet apart while the arms sweep overhead.
- Jump back together as the arms return.
- Keep a light springy rhythm.
Common mistakes
Half-raised arms: full sweep overhead. Heavy landings: stay on the balls of the feet. Knees caving on the out-jump: track the toes.
Breathing
Steady with the rhythm.
