LATERAL JUMPS

Lateral Jumps allow an athlete to train Bilateral power in a Lateral direction. Powerful triple extension through the hips, knees and ankles is the primary focus. You will also need to adjust your base of stance relative to your center of gravity, both on the takeoff and the landing.

LATERAL 5 MINI HURDLE JUMPS

Lateral Jumps w/ 5 Mini Hurdles are part of our Lateral Jump Series and are taught in a specific progression Perform the sequence with 5 Mini hurdles lined up in a row, approximately three feet apart. This distance may vary with younger players. This is an excellent drill to challenge lateral power and stability.

Lateral 5 Mini Hurdle Jumps: Mini Bounce / Pause

A Mini Bounce is basically a double jump, performing a short vertical jump to load the hips before you laterally jump over the hurdle. The Mini Hop teaches you to attack the ground before each jump. This intern will improve force production.

• Begin Standing in Athletic Position parallel to the first hurdle
• Without pause at the bottom of the movement, perform a vertical jump
• Upon landing, without pause, laterally jump over the hurdle
• Work on a proper hip action with the knees cycling at waist height for every jump
• Hurdle height will depend upon athletic ability, but use a height that challenges the athlete within reason allowing them to still use proper form and execute the drill safely
• Land softly after the jump. This is important to develop eccentric strength, control and hip stability.
• Pause for 2 sec upon landing and repeat