Jumping Jacks

A jumping jack or star jump, also called side-straddle hop in the US military, is a physical jumping exercise performed by jumping to a position with the legs spread wide and the hands going overhead, sometimes in a clap, and then returning to a position with the feet together and the arms at the sides

Exercise Profile

Category
Isolation
Primary Muscle
Quadriceps
Equipment
Bodyweight
Difficulty
Beginner

Recommended Sets & Reps

beginner
3 sets of 10-12 reps
intermediate
4 sets of 8-10 reps
advanced
4 sets of 6-8 reps

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Jumping Jacks work?

Jumping Jacks primarily targets the quadriceps.

What equipment do I need for Jumping Jacks?

Jumping Jacks requires bodyweight. No gym equipment needed.

Is Jumping Jacks good for beginners?

Jumping Jacks is rated beginner difficulty. It is suitable for beginners.

Is Jumping Jacks a compound or isolation exercise?

Jumping Jacks is a isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single joint and muscle group.