Single Leg Forward Jump to Lateral Jump
Purpose: Locomotive plyometrics. Power. Athletic coordination.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U476QrhhcsE
Quick Coaching Cues
- Complete for your desired distance, then jog or walk back and repeat.
- Start balanced on one leg and explode up and forwards, land and jump laterally, landing on the opposite leg. For example, starting on your right leg, perform a forward single leg jump, land on your right leg and immediately jump to your left, landing on the left leg.
- Keep your chest up and knee slightly bent as you land and redirect.
- Stick the landing softly, and control your body before the next rep.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knee cave inward on the single-leg or lateral landing.
- Rushing the jump without first finding balance on the takeoff leg.
- Landing stiff-legged instead of absorbing through the ankle, knee, and hip.
Questions/Comments?