Other than burpees, box jumps are probably ~the~ most well-known (and most intimidating!) plyometric exercise you can do. If they give you nightmares of scraped shins, I hear you—but I also guarantee ...

To perform box jumps safely and effectively, start with proper technique. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart a few feet away from the box. Bend your knees slightly as you swing your arms back for ...

If plyometric training isn’t part of your programme, you may want to rethink. The explosive exercises, often used by athletes to boost power and performance, can be incredibly beneficial not just for ...

At first glance, springing onto a high box might not feel particularly relevant to running a long way on level group. But box jumps are a fantastic exercise for longer-distance running too. A ...

Don't be intimidated by the box jump! It may look scary, but once you try it, you'll feel so badass that you'll start to love them! It's a great exercise to tone your legs, butt, and core, and because ...

The box jump is a fun and dynamic exercise to add to any routine focused on improving power and lower-body strength. As a personal trainer, I love to include box jumps in my clients’ programming to ...

Box jumps are a foolproof way to gain power and strength. Find an elevated surface. Jump. Repeat. Master it, and you’ll build reactivity, agility, coordination, and balance, says Go Green, personal ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. I did box jumps for ...