Front Jumping Jacks

Front Jumping Jacks are a simple variation of the classic jumping jack. Instead of lifting the arms fully overhead, the arms rise in front of the body. This makes the drill useful for warming the shoulders, improving rhythm, and creating a slightly gentler start to a session.

How to Perform

1. Start standing tall with the feet close together and the arms at the sides.
2. Use a short jump to move the feet out.
3. At the same time, raise the arms in front of the body to about shoulder height.
4. On the next jump, bring the feet back in and return the arms to the sides.
5. Continue smoothly and under control.

Coaching Tips

• Keep the neck relaxed and avoid shrugging the shoulders.
• Lift the arms straight forward with control.
• Only increase speed if the quality of movement stays clean.

Programming Use

Use it early in the warm-up to raise heart rate and prepare both the shoulders and lower body before more demanding conditioning work.