Hurdle Hop - Lateral Continuous
January 16, 2009
Starting Position
- Stand to the side of a line of hurdles balancing on your leg nearest the hurdles.
- Bend your arms 90 degrees and maintain this angle throughout the movement.
Procedure
- Using your arms and hips to propel you, hop laterally over the hurdles, without pausing when you land.
- Reverse direction and repeat the drill with your other leg.
Coaching Keys
- Anticipate the ground to minimize your contact time.
- Land softly and absorb the impact through your hip.
- Do not allow your knee to collapse to the inside on takeoff or landing.
- Initiate the hops with your hips rather than your knees.
You Should Feel It
- Working your hips and legs.
Tags:
Hurdles, Lower Body, Reaction, Stability, Lateral Movement, Plyometrics, Hip, Agility
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