Scissor jumps are a plyometric cardio exercise that involves jumping and alternating the crossing of your legs in mid-air. This movement elevates the heart rate and challenges coordination and lower body strength.
Difficulty
Equipment:Bodyweight
Duration:30seconds
Calories:~9/per minute
CARDIO
Target Muscle
cardiovascular systemFULL BODY
Secondary Muscles
quadricepshamstringscalves
Instructions
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Jump off the ground and simultaneously cross your right leg in front of your left leg.
As you land, quickly switch legs, crossing your left leg in front of your right leg.
Continue alternating legs and jumping as quickly as possible.