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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

  1. Stand with feet together and arms at your sides.
  2. Jump up, spreading your legs out to the sides while lifting your arms overhead.
  3. As you jump, raise one leg out to the side, keeping it straight.
  4. Land softly and immediately jump again, alternating the side leg raise with each jump.
  5. 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
Hamstrings
Hamstrings20%
Glutes
Glutes20%
Abs
Abs20%
Chest
Chest20%
Shoulders
Shoulders20%
Equipment
Body Weight
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Cardio
20%Hamstrings20%Glutes20%Abs20%Chest20%Shoulders

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.