Side hops – how to do it right
Jump sideways over a line on both feet, land softly.
This is how Stickfreed, our glowing stick figure, shows you the exercise on your TV – here the start, middle and end position. In the app he turns slowly so you can see everything.
How to do it
- Jump side to side over a line on both feet.
- Feet hip-width – land on soft knees.
- Upper body calm, eyes forward.
- Quieter: big side step instead of a jump.
How long?
In BLOX: 30 seconds on, 10 seconds rest, three rounds.
If something niggles
Kids asleep or neighbours below? Knee niggling? Then do Side lunges instead – BLOX swaps it automatically if you mention it at the start. Stop if it hurts; if you have complaints or pre-existing conditions, check with a doctor or physio first.
In BLOX
Part of these blocks: Cardio, Ski prep, Ski strength. BLOX builds your workout from them – based on your time, energy and how you feel today.
Similar exercises
Side lungesBig step to the side, soft knees, come backButt kicksHeels towards your bum, knees point downSkatersLeap sideways onto one leg, the other crosses behindBurpeesSquat, hands down, jump back to a plank, jump in and upStep-back burpeesHands down, step back to a plank one leg at a time, step in and stand upFast feetSlight squat, quick little steps on the balls of your feet