Week 121: Broad Jump
- Keep It Moving PT & Wellness
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
It's January! Which means for those of us who enjoy, the ski & snowboard season is well underway! We want everyone to be strong throughout the season, so this month's theme is Time To Shred, with movements to improve your dynamic strength & endurance of the lower body.
Exercise: Broad Jump
Purpose: To develop lower body explosive power in a controlled and safe manner
Who It's For: Snowboarders, skiers, splitboarders, alpine tourers, cross-country skiers, snowshoers, and lodge squatters too!
Why We Love It: Because we need to be explosive to get big air! (Or tiny air, let's be real)
Procedure:
Start position: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, toes facing forward.
Load: Bend your hips and knees slightly, pushing your hips back. Swing your arms behind you.
Explode: Swing your arms forward and jump forward forcefully, extending hips, knees, and ankles.
Flight: Keep your chest up and core tight as you travel forward.
Land: Land softly on both feet, knees bent, absorbing the impact through hips and legs.
Finish: Regain balance and stand tall.
Repeat 5 times
Too hard? Try a Jump Squat in place first.
*Disclaimer: Not all exercises are suitable for everyone, and participation in novel activities may increase the risk of adverse effects such as pain, soreness, or injury. Please consult with your Physician or a local Physical Therapist prior to attempting any exercise you feel uncomfortable performing. If adverse reactions occur, discontinue performance of the exercise and consult your physician or trusted clinician for evaluation.
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