03/06/2026
Jumping to your feet like this trains your body to rapidly extend your hips, knees, and ankles - triple extension.
That same explosive chain is used in sprinting, jumping, takedowns, etc.
Adding a box jump increases the demand for power, coordination, and reactive strength.
These movements mimic a real-life athletic task - getting up off the ground quickly and safely.
Your body has to work as a system — glutes, quads, hamstrings, core, and stabilizers together.
These exercises are great for martial artists, wrestlers, grapplers, etc.
And beyond sport, from Nurse Gwen - it’s so important to maintain your ability to move throughout your day.
