Balance trainer front-back cross jumps

Muscles worked: Calves
Calves
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Muscle outlines from Body Muscles by Ivan Vulović, Apache 2.0 — regrouped and recoloured for Muscle Train.

How to perform

Standing to one side of the Balance Trainer, place one foot on the dome and lower into a half squat position. Hop forward, then backward with the outside leg, keeping the leg on the dome in a squat position. Step to the top of the dome and travel over the top to the other side. Repeat the front-back hop on the other side. Maintain upright spinal posture and a braced core throughout the exercise.

Muscles Worked

GastrocnemiusSoleus
Secondary: Tibialis anterior, Peroneus longus, Quadriceps

Tips

Keep your core braced and maintain an upright posture. Focus on smooth landings and controlled, explosive jumps. Prioritize balance over speed

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