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Plyo Box Buying Guide

Choosing the Best Plyometric Box

Plyometric boxes are a staple in functional training, athletic development, and general fitness. Whether you are equipping a commercial gym or a home training space, choosing the right plyo box can have a big impact on performance, confidence, and safety.

Modern training environments increasingly favour soft plyo boxes due to their versatility and reduced injury risk.

Soft 3 in 1 Plyo Box

Why Choose a Soft 3 in 1 Plyo Box?

Soft 3 in 1 Plyo Boxes are designed with safety, progression, and confidence in mind. They are suitable for beginners through to advanced athletes and support a wide range of movements.

Key Benefits

Improved safety
The soft, padded exterior significantly reduces the risk of shin, knee, or ankle injuries from missed jumps or fatigue-based errors.

Confidence at height
Athletes are more willing to commit to explosive movements when they feel safe, which can improve jump mechanics and power output over time.

Ideal for progression
Soft plyo boxes allow users to build confidence gradually, starting at lower heights and increasing as strength and skill develop.

Versatile training tool
Suitable for box jumps, step-ups, box squats, lateral jumps, and seated or supported exercises. Many soft boxes can also be stacked securely to create higher landing surfaces.

Gym friendly
Softer materials help protect flooring, reduce noise, and make the box easier to reposition within a training space.

Stackable Soft Plyo Jump Box Set

Why Choose a Stackable Soft Plyo Jump Box Set?

The Stackable Soft Plyo Jump Box Set is built for structured progression, joint protection, and maximum versatility. Designed for high-volume training environments and serious performance development, this system allows athletes to scale height safely while maintaining a stable, confidence-inspiring landing surface.

Made from durable foam and finished with a hard-wearing vinyl cover, each box delivers a soft but stable platform that reduces joint stress without compromising performance.

Key Benefits

Joint-friendly landing surface
High-density foam absorbs impact, helping reduce stress on ankles, knees, and hips during repeated jumps or fatigue-heavy sessions.

Progressive height options
The set includes 3", 6", 12", 18", and 24" boxes, allowing precise progression for beginners, rehab settings, or advanced athletes pushing vertical power.

Secure stackable design
Boxes can be used individually or securely attached together, creating multiple height combinations while maintaining stability under load.

Large, stable landing area
With a total landing surface of 90 x 75cm, athletes have ample space to land confidently, improving jump mechanics and reducing hesitation.

Versatile training application
Ideal for box jumps, depth drops, step-ups, box squats, lateral jumps, seated drills, and plyometric progressions across all training levels.

Gym-ready construction
The hard-wearing vinyl exterior is easy to clean, resistant to wear, and designed to withstand commercial gym use while protecting floors and reducing noise.

Choosing the Right Plyo Box for You

When selecting a soft plyo box, consider the following:

Training goals
Explosive power, athletic conditioning, rehabilitation, or general fitness will all benefit from the adaptability of a soft box.

User experience level
Beginners, group training environments, and high-volume sessions all benefit from the added safety and confidence a soft box provides.

Space and storage
Soft plyo boxes are often lighter and easier to move or stack, making them ideal for flexible training spaces.

Durability and build quality
Look for reinforced stitching, non-slip bases, and high-density foam that retains shape under repeated use.

How to Use a Plyo Box

Step 1: Set Up

  • Place the plyo box on a stable, flat surface to prevent slipping.

Step 2: Warm-Up

  • Perform a dynamic warm-up to prepare muscles for explosive movements.

Step 3: Perform Exercises

  • Box jumps: Bend knees, swing arms, jump onto the box, landing softly.
  • Step-ups: Step onto the box with one foot, drive through the heel, then step back down.
  • Box squats: Tap glutes on the box, then drive through heels to stand.

Step 4: Focus on Form

  • Maintain proper alignment and posture.
  • Land softly to reduce joint impact.
  • Use controlled movements, especially when stepping down.

Step 5: Cool Down

  • Perform static stretches after your workout.

Step 6: Clean and Store

  • Wipe down the plyo box with a clean cloth after use.
  • Store in a dry, safe place to prevent damage.