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Split Arm-Swing Lunge Jump

Explosive cardio! Jump into fitness with alternating lunges and a dynamic arm swing. Build strength & coordination.

Instructions

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your arms relaxed at your sides.

  2. Jumping:

    • Engage your core muscles.

    • Bend your knees slightly and prepare to jump.

    • As you jump, swing your arms overhead and spread your legs apart to perform a split lunge.

    3. Landing:

    • Land softly with your right foot forward and your left foot back, bending both knees to about 90 degrees.

    • Your right knee should be directly over your right ankle. Your left knee should hover just above the ground.

  3. Return Jump:

    • Push off with your front foot (right foot) to jump back to the starting position.

    • Swing your arms back down as you return to a standing position.

  4. Repeat:

    • Immediately jump again, this time landing with your left foot forward and right foot back into the lunge position.

    • Continue alternating legs while maintaining the swinging arm motion.

  5. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you prepare to jump and exhale as you land in the lunge position.

    7. Repetitions:

    • Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each leg, resting as needed between sets.

Tips:

  • Keep your movements controlled and focus on maintaining balance.

  • Ensure your knees do not extend past your toes during the lunge.

  • As you gain confidence, you can increase the speed of your jumps.