Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Most gyms have plyometric boxes. They're also found in parks with public workout areas. Photo: Getty Images Building body strength ...

At first glance, springing onto a high box might not feel particularly relevant to running a long way on level group. But box jumps are a fantastic exercise for longer-distance running too. A ...

Temptation is a powerful thing. Tell athletes to be careful doing Box Jumps and they'll attempt kangaroo-like leaps to imitate the 50-inch jumping sensations they found on YouTube. Box Jumps have ...

When it comes to getting faster, most runners think of hill sprints, intervals, or logging more miles. But there’s one move that rarely gets a mention, and it doesn’t require lacing up your running ...

Building body strength through fitness training is just one of many parameters. Equally important are explosiveness and improved coordination, for example. Box jumps are particularly effective for ...