How to do it
Swing your arms in the direction of each hop to add momentum.
- 1
Stand on your right foot with your left foot slightly off the ground.
- 2
Hop to the left, landing on your left foot while your right foot lifts off the ground.
- 3
Quickly hop back to the right, landing on your right foot while your left foot lifts off the ground.
- 4
Continue hopping from side to side, keeping the movement quick and light.
Expert tip
Maintain a slight bend in your knees during the hops to act as shock absorbers and protect your knees from the impact of landing.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaping too wide beyond a controlled range
- ✕Letting the free foot touch the ground
- ✕Locking the ankle stiff on landing