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Mark your calendars for April 6 because it's time to get active and celebrate Jump Over Things Day! This fun holiday encourages people to get out of their comfort zones and jump over obstacles, both literally and figuratively. The origins of this day are unknown, but one thing is for sure – it's all about taking a leap of faith and overcoming challenges. So grab your friends or challenge yourself to jump over some hurdles (safely, of course) and see just how high you can soar!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of the Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known celebration of Jump Over Things Day took place, encouraging people to leap over obstacles in a fun and exciting manner.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2013</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Internet Embraces the Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The day started gaining popularity as internet users began to share their jumps on social media platforms like YouTube and Instagram.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Schools Participate</div><div class='timeline-text'>Schools around the world started observing the day, incorporating jump-related activities into their physical education programs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2017</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Companies Join In</div><div class='timeline-text'>Fitness and sports companies seized the opportunity to run promotions and challenges linked to Jump Over Things Day, making it more mainstream.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2019</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Record-Breaking Jumps</div><div class='timeline-text'>The world record for the most consecutive front flips was broken on this day by a young athlete, bringing wider recognition to the holiday.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, participants shared their jumps virtually by participating in online challenges and using the hashtag #JumpOverThingsDay.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create an obstacle course</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some friends or family and create an obstacle course to jump over! Use everyday objects like chairs, boxes, or even hula hoops to create a fun and challenging course for everyone to jump over.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a game of leapfrog</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Get a group together and play the classic game of leapfrog! This is a fun and active way to celebrate Jump Over Things Day and brings out the inner child in everyone.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a jumping photo shoot</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather some props like jump ropes, trampolines, or even just use your own jumping skills to have a fun and creative jumping photo shoot. Share the photos on social media with the hashtag #JumpOverThingsDay.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a jumping-themed playlist</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Put together a playlist of songs with "jump" in the title or lyrics and have a dance party where you can jump over things to the beat. This is a great way to celebrate with friends or on your own.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Donate to a charity that supports jumping</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Research charities or organizations that promote physical activity and jumping, and make a donation in honor of Jump Over Things Day. This is a great way to celebrate while also giving back to a good cause.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's a fun physical challenge</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Jumping over things requires coordination, strength, and agility. It's not only a great way to get some exercise, but it's also a fun and challenging activity to try on Jump Over Things Day. You can even turn it into a friendly competition with friends or family!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It's an opportunity to overcome fears</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>For those who may have a fear of jumping or heights, Jump Over Things Day can be a chance to face and conquer that fear. Start small with simple objects and work your way up to more challenging jumps - you might surprise yourself with what you're capable of!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It can be done anytime and anywhere</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>One of the great things about this holiday is that it can be celebrated wherever you are - whether it's at home, in the park, or at the gym. You can also use any objects you have on hand to jump over, making it an easily accessible and spontaneous activity.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Leaping Frequents in Animal Kingdom</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many animals use leaping as a form of locomotion; frogs, kangaroos and rabbits are just few examples which shows how common jumping over things is in the natural world.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Physical Benefits of Jumping</h3><p class='facts-content'>Jumping is a compound movement that helps to improve overall strength, balance, coordination and can also enhance cardiovascular health - it's more than just a fun activity!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Jumping Improves Bone Health</h3><p class='facts-content'>Jumping activities like jump rope or hopscotch can stimulate bone growth and improve bone mineral density - an important aspect of overall bone health.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Oldest Jumping Activity</h3><p class='facts-content'>The Bedouin people of the Middle East have practiced an activity called "Leaps of the Gazelles" for centuries. This activity involves individuals in a line leaping over each other - similar to leapfrog!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>World's Highest Jump</h3><p class='facts-content'>The highest jump ever recorded was by Javier Sotomayor of Cuba who jumped 2.45 meters or about 8 feet in the high jump category at the 1993 World Championships in Athletics.</p></div></div>
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