Single Leg Forward Jump to Lateral Jump (in-place)
Single Leg Forward Jump to Lateral Jump
Purpose: Plyometric. Power. Fast twitch muscle recruitment. Athletic coordination.
Quick Coaching Cues
- Start balanced on one leg, right leg for example. Jump forwards, land and immediately jump to the left, landing on the same leg.
- Stay athletic with your chest up and knee slightly bent on each landing.
- Push off the ground hard and land softly with control.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knee cave inward on the single-leg landing or lateral jump.
- Landing stiff-legged instead of absorbing through the ankle, knee, and hip.
- Jumping too far forwards or laterally. Only jump as far as you can maintain good landing mechanics.
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