Lateral Jump
Jump sideways as far as you can out of a squat, arms driving overhead, and land in a squat; then jump back.
How to do it
Setup
Half squat, feet hip-width, arms low and ready to swing.
Steps
- Push off both feet and jump sideways, arms driving overhead.
- Land on both feet in a squat, knees over the toes.
- Settle, then jump back the other way.
Common mistakes
Landing on the outside edge of the lead foot: land flat, the knee over the toes. Jumping up more than out: aim for distance to the side. Bouncing straight back before the landing is still: settle first.
Breathing
Exhale on the jump, inhale landing.
