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Jump Box Over

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Jump Box Over.

HardGlutesQuadriceps

About this exercise

The jump box over is an explosive plyometric exercise where you jump laterally over a plyo box from one side to the other in continuous repetitions. It develops lower-body power, coordination, and reactive strength as you repeatedly clear the box and absorb landings. The continuous back-and-forth effort also provides a cardiovascular conditioning stimulus.

How to Perform

  • Stand on one side of a plyo box with feet hip-width apart and arms at your sides
  • Bend your knees slightly and swing your arms back to load for the jump
  • Explosively push through both feet and swing your arms forward to jump up and laterally over the box
  • Clear the top of the box fully and land softly on the opposite side, absorbing the impact by bending your knees on contact
  • Immediately load for the next jump without fully stopping
  • Reverse direction and jump back over the box to the starting side
  • Maintain an upright torso and controlled, soft landings throughout

Muscle Activation

Primary
GlutesQuadriceps
Secondary
HamstringsCalvesCore

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes content is coming soon.

About the Jump Box Over

The Jump Box Over is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.

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