Lateral Single Leg Hops
Lateral Single Leg Hops
Purpose: Plyometric. Ankle and foot strength and elasticity.
Quick Coaching Cues
- For your desired distance, complete this down and back. For example, 10yds down on the right leg and 10yds back on the left leg.
- If your hopping on your right leg, you should be moving to your LEFT. When you’re hopping on your left, you should be moving to your RIGHT.
- 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
- Facing the wrong way. Hopping on your right leg, you should be moving to your left.
- 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?