Purpose: This is a good beginner box jump exercise where skaters can practice improving their explosive vertical jump up to the box jump while having a lower impact landing with a gentle step down, working on stability as they land. This could be a good exercise for skaters with knee or back injuries who are looking to minimize impact on the landing or for skaters who have weak hip stability.
Focus: explosive power, stability, vertical jump
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Two foot forward box jump with step d...
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Two foot 1/4 turn with box jump: Adva...
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Single leg 1/4 turn loop box jumps: A...
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