Broad Jumps
Broad Jumps
Prerequisites:
Squat
Target Muscles:
Stance:
Neutral athletic stance, feet are parallel and near-shoulder width apart.
Body Position:
Stand with the feet about shoulder width apart and drop into a ¼ - ½ squat position. Bring the arms close the sides (bent at 90*) with the elbows extending behind the torso. Rapidly extend the hips and arms while jumping horizontally as far as possible. Land in a ¼ - ½ squat position so that another repetition can be performed in rapid succession without having to reset the feet.
Common Errors:
- Neglecting to utilize the arms to help propel the body further
- Improper landing technique; specifically landing with the knees extending beyond the toes
- Speed Training: