Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap
A full-body cardio blast! Combines jumping jacks with toe touches for a fun way to get your heart rate up and improve flexibility!
The Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap mainly works the quads and core, with help from the glutes & hips and back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Lats (latissimus dorsi)
Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap
Start in a standing position with your feet together and arms by your sides.
Jump your feet out to the side and simultaneously raise your arms above your head.
Quickly bring your feet back together and lower your arms, while hinging at the hips and bending the knees slightly to touch your toes.
Immediately explode back up, jumping and spreading your legs while raising your arms over your head again to return to the jumping jack position.
Continue the exercise by alternating between the open jumping jack and the toe touch squat for the desired number of repetitions or for a timed duration.<br>Ensure to maintain a rhythmic pace and proper form throughout the exercise. Focus on engaging the core and keeping a smooth breathing pattern.
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Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap work?
The Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap mainly works the quads and core, with help from the glutes & hips and back. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap?
None. The Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Jumping-Jack Toe-Tap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Butt-Kick Jumping-Jack, Cross Jumping-Jack, Half Jumping-Jack and Half to Full Jumping-Jack.
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