Box Jump vs Pendulum Squat
Which one fits your Leg workout plan?
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Planfit users log Pendulum Squat more often — 318 sessions vs 53. Compare Leg form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Box Jump and Pendulum Squat and pick the one that fits your Leg workout.
Box Jump vs Pendulum Squat: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Pendulum Squat more often — 318 sessions compared to 53 for Box Jump.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Box Jump and Pendulum Squat differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Box Jump and Pendulum Squat Differ
| What differs | Box Jump | Pendulum Squat |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | bodyweight only | a machine |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 53 sessions | 318 sessions |
How to Do Box Jump
Box Jump Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Jump onto the box with both feet at the same time.
- 2. Jump back down with both feet at the same time and return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to touch the ground with one foot at a time when landing.
- 2. Please be cautious of ankle injuries when jumping.
For a full Box Jump guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Box Jump exercise guide.
How to Do Pendulum Squat
Pendulum Squat Muscles Worked: Leg
Form
- 1. Slowly lower yourself down into a deep squat by bending your knees and hips together.
- 2. When your thighs are parallel to the floor or lower, please pause for a moment.
- 3. Push the floor with the entire foot to straighten your legs and slowly rise back to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your knees come too far inward or your toes extend too much.
- 2. Engage your core to prevent your back from excessively bending or twisting, and start with a weight that allows you to maintain proper form rather than a very heavy one.
For a full Pendulum Squat guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Pendulum Squat exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Leg, Box Jump or Pendulum Squat?
Planfit users log Pendulum Squat more often — 318 sessions against 53 for Box Jump. Both train Leg, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Box Jump and Pendulum Squat need?
Box Jump needs bodyweight only, and Pendulum Squat needs a machine.
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