Side Leg Raise Jack
Expert Advice
Control the leg raise to avoid swinging and to maintain tension on the target muscles.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with feet together and arms at your sides.
- Jump up, spreading your legs out to the sides while lifting your arms overhead.
- As you jump, raise one leg out to the side, keeping it straight.
- Land softly and immediately jump again, alternating the side leg raise with each jump.
- Continue for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Side Leg Raise Jack primarily targets the Hamstrings, Glutes, Abs, Chest, Shoulders, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary





Hamstrings20%

Glutes20%

Abs20%

Chest20%

Shoulders20%
Equipment
Body Weight

Exercise Type
Cardio
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Side Leg Raise Jack work?
Side Leg Raise Jack primarily targets the Hamstrings, Glutes, Abs, Chest, Shoulders. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Side Leg Raise Jack?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 20s. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 30s. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 45s. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Side Leg Raise Jack suitable for beginners?
Side Leg Raise Jack is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.