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The star jump is a simple bodyweight aerobic exercise, involving jumping on the spot while coordinating the swinging of the arms and legs. There is also a similar exercise called the jumping jack.

Equipment Required: none

Technique

1. Start in a crouching position, hands by your ankles.
2. Leap into the air, simultaneously throwing your arms and legs out to sort of a star position.
3. As you come back to the ground, return the hands and feet to the starting position.
4. Repeat these actions without rest for a certain time period.

star jump exercise

Key points to remember

• Use a nice fluid motion

Alternatives

• An easier 'star jump' is to land with the feet apart and arms out, rather than back to the starting position.
• Increase the intensity by jumping higher and/or increasing the tempo
• There is also a similar exercise called the jumping jack.

Related Pages

• The 7-minute workout
• body weight exercises
• Other fitness exercises for at home

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