Backward Hip Openers
Backward Hip Openers
Purpose: Plyometric. Ankle strength and elasticity. Hip strength and mobility.
Quick Coaching Cues
- Complete for your desired distance, jog walk or jog back and repeat.
- Stay on the balls of your feet.
- Lift the knees to hip height.
- Try to keep shoulders facing forwards and just move at the hips.
- Stay tall and relaxed.
Common Mistakes
- Not lifting the knees high enough.
- Being flat-footed.
- Losing posture, stay tall.
Questions/Comments?