How to do it
Brace your core before initiating the jump to stabilize your trunk mid-flight.
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Stand on one leg with your knee slightly bent.
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Swing your arms and bend your knee to lower into a semi-squat position.
- 3
Explosively jump upwards, driving through the ball of your foot.
- 4
Land softly on the same foot, absorbing the impact with your leg muscles.
- 5
Reset and repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Focus on explosive power from the leg you're jumping with and maintain balance throughout the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Knee collapsing inward during jump
- ✕Landing on a locked knee
- ✕Omitting the arm swing on takeoff