‘Note to self…discipline will set you free’: Susanne Khan nails box jump exercise after 4 months

The jumping and squatting components primarily target the lower body muscles, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. The explosive power needed for the box jump works on fast-twitch muscle fibres, enhancing lower body strength and power, he added.

Performing burpee box jump-overs in sets or for extended periods helps build overall muscular endurance, making it a beneficial exercise for both strength and cardio conditioning. In fact,  the exercise involves continuous movement and multiple muscle groups, which also improves cardiovascular endurance.

Learn the benefits of doing box jump exercises (Source: Freepik)

Points to note

Wanitha Ashok, fitness coach and Fit India Ambassador, added a warning for beginners who want to try this routine. “This plyometric exercise works the glutes, hamstrings, quads, abductors, adductors and calves in one go. It helps build power and strength in the lower body and works the core and arms. But, box jumping is an elite exercise routine and is not suitable for beginners, people with joint issues and general fitness problems,” she told indianexpress.com.

“This is suitable for athletes, sportsmen and people with different goals. I personally do not promote box jumping as it’s an impact-oriented exercise routine, intense and not good for the joints in the long run. There are millions of body weight exercises that can be done for the same benefits. I would suggest people use it in conjunction with other forms of exercises like interval training or HIIT weekly once,” she added.

She suggested fitness enthusiasts not blindly follow social media reels and do this on their own as the jumps have landing techniques that need to be followed. “One wrong move can lead to injuries. These celebs and experts always workout under the guidance of a certified trainer,” she said.

DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.