How to do the Jumping Lunge, step by step
- Set up in a lunge with your back knee just above the floor.
- Jump up explosively.
- Switch your legs in the air.
- Land softly in a lunge with your knees bent.
- Go straight into the next jump.
Common mistakes and how to fix them
- Stiff landingabsorb it with bent knees.
- Knee caves inkeep your front knee over your toes.
- Steps too shortkeep the same stride length as a regular lunge.
How to scale the Jumping Lunge
If you can't do the movement cleanly yet or the workout is too heavy, use one of these variations:
- Walking Lunge
- Alternating lunges in place
- Smaller jumps
Also known as
Jump lunge · Split jump
These descriptions are general guidance and don't replace a coach. Have someone at your box show you new movements, and stop if anything hurts.