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
Up Next in General
-
Single leg forward box jump alternati...
Purpose: This exercise will help skaters work on their vertical jump, improving their single leg power. Skaters should jump up then move to the edge prior to jumping off with the same leg
Focus: single leg explosive power, vertical jump, stability -
Two foot forward box jump with step d...
Purpose: This is a good beginner box jump exercise where skaters can practice improving their explosive vertical jump up to the box jump and distance across 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 wi...
-
Two foot 1/4 turn with box jump: Adva...
Purpose: This is a good exercise to add in after skaters have been able to complete two foot 1/4 stationary jumps. It will help skaters to add height and length to their jump patterns while still working on the full body coordination and spacial awareness. This exercise also helps skaters to work...
