Jump Training: Simple Home Progression

Did you know that jump training—even in small doses—can do wonders for your:

 

  • 🦴 Bone density
  • 🧠 Balance & coordination
  • 🔗 Tendon health
  • 💥 Explosive power

 

Many of us stop jumping as we get older, but adding low-impact, progressive jumps into your week can help you:

✅ Strengthen bones and joints
✅ Improve agility and coordination
✅ Boost athletic power
✅ Add variety to your training

 


 
Weeks 1–2: Low-Impact Prep

Goal: Prep your joints and tendons

Do 2–3 rounds of:

  • 10 bodyweight squats
  • 10 calf raises
  • 5 small hops in place

 


 
Weeks 3–4: Light Jumping

Goal: Introduce gentle jumping

Do 2–3 rounds of:

  • 5 squat jumps (land soft!)
  • 10 pogo hops (feet together, fast and small)
  • 5 step-downs from a low step

 


 
Weeks 5–6: Power Building

Goal: Develop controlled power

Do 3 rounds of:

  • 3 broad jumps (focus on soft landings)
  • 5 lateral hops side to side
  • 5 step-ups with a hop at the top (optional)

 


 
Quick Tips
  • 🔇 Land softly and quietly
  • 🕒 Rest as needed — this is not cardio
  • 🔥 Always warm up first
  • 📆 Start with 1–2 sessions per week and progress slowly

 

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