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Lower Legs · Body Weight
Rebounder Light Jumps
Rebounder Light Jumps is an intermediate compound plyometric exercise that works the calves (lower legs), with the quadriceps and core assisting. It needs no equipment beyond your own body weight. A typical prescription is 1-3 rounds of 30-60 seconds, and it burns about 9.8 calories per minute.
- Target
- Calves
- Body part
- Lower Legs
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Category
- Plyometric
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 1-3 × 30-60 sec
- Calories / min
- ≈ 9.8 kcal
Primary muscles
- Calves
Secondary muscles
- Quadriceps
- Core
How to do Rebounder Light Jumps
- Stand in the middle of a rebounder trampoline with your feet hip-width apart.
- Bounce gently, keeping your feet close to the mat.
- Keep your knees soft and your core engaged.
- Continue for the set time.
Form tips
- A good warm-up; keep it easy.
- Stay in the centre of the mat.
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Rebounder Light Jumps FAQ
What muscles does Rebounder Light Jumps work?
Rebounder Light Jumps mainly works the calves in the lower legs. The quadriceps and core work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Rebounder Light Jumps?
None. Rebounder Light Jumps is a body weight exercise, so you can do it at home or anywhere with enough space.
How many sets and reps of Rebounder Light Jumps should I do?
Start with 1-3 rounds of 30-60 seconds. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Rebounder Light Jumps good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler lower legs exercises.
How many calories does Rebounder Light Jumps burn?
About 9.8 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 8. Ten minutes of work is roughly 98 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Rebounder Light Jumps?
Other exercises for the calves include Barbell Calf Jump, Jump Rope Basic Jump, Jump Rope Double Bounce and Resistance Band Calf Press Sitting on Chair.
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