The traditional box jump—onto a platform set directly in front of you—is great for basic leg strength. Jumping onto a platform placed to your side, however, also hones your ability to rotate ...

Jump onto the mat as if it were the world ... If it’s one of those platforms with metal legs, envision a solid wood box underneath the platform. Those metal legs are just a useless skeleton ...

STURDY: Heavy-duty steel plyo boxes with a tapered design and large, stable base for confident jumps. NO-SLIP: Each plyo box is equipped with stable rubber stoppers and a non-slip top for optimal ...

Jump up on that box now," the trainer yells. "Go!" Tim Bannon, 14, born without arms, gives it a try. He comes up short trying to jump onto the 20-inch platform. "On the box," she yells.

Let me start with a confession — I’m not a big fan of the box jump. I know that it’s an excellent leg exercise for runners, as it builds strength, power, and speed in the lower body ...