Purpose: Plyometric. Ankle and foot strength and elasticity.
Quick Coaching Cues
- For your desired distance, complete down and back. Right leg down, left leg back.
- Stay tall and balanced over the middle of your foot.
- Make quick, controlled hops forward with a soft landing each rep.
- Keep your knee slightly bent and hips steady as you move.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knee cave inward on landing.
- Landing stiff-legged instead of absorbing through the ankle, knee, and hip.
- Taking hops that are too long and losing balance or control.
Questions / Comments?