Purpose: Locomotive plyometrics. Power. Fast twitch muscle recruitment. Athletic coordination.
Quick Coaching Cues
- Complete the hops for your desired distance, then jog or walk back and repeat.
- Coordinate your arms with the hops.
- Stay tall and hop backward on a diagonal with quick, light contacts.
- Keep your chest up and core braced as you control each change of direction.
- Land softly and use your arms to help rhythm and balance.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far back and losing posture or balance.
- Landing stiff-legged instead of absorbing through the ankles, knees, and hips.
- Taking hops that are too wide and losing rhythm or control.
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