Cross Body Jack
This HIIT exercise raises your heart rate and works your lower body, core and shoulders. Watch the demo video, then follow the tips below.
Rep Range
Time Based
How to do Cross Body Jack
Focus on the simultaneous coordination of arms and legs during each jump. Think of the movement as a rhythmic dance, engaging both the upper and lower body. As you cross your limbs, ensure each action is deliberate and controlled. Engaging the core throughout can help stabilize and balance the motion, especially as you shift from side to side. Remember to alternate the placement of your limbs with each repetition.
Common mistakes
Avoid rushing the movement, which can compromise form and result in not fully crossing the limbs. Keep a steady pace, ensuring precision in each jump and cross. It's essential to stay upright and avoid leaning to one side. Keeping the core disengaged might lead to instability or an off-balanced movement.
Breathing
Inhale during the jump and cross of your limbs, and exhale as you open back up to the starting stance. This rhythm will promote a steady pace and ensure your muscles receive the oxygen they need.
Muscles worked
Primary Focus Area
Cardiovascular System
Secondary Focus Area
Lower Body, Core, Shoulders, Traps, Levator Scapulae, Rhomboids, Infraspinatus, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Latissimus Dorsi, Lower Back, Erector Spinae
Tertiary Focus Area
Chest
