SINGLE-LEG HOP

PURPOSE

The Single-Leg Hop is the second exercise in Running Drill 2.

This exercise increases the challenge to the muscles and tendons in each leg that assist with running.

The figure above breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:

STARTING POSITION

The starting position is the Straddle Stance position with the right leg placed beneath the right hip—the Runner’s position.

COUNT

● From the starting position, hop on the left leg 10 times before pausing to switch legs to repeat the exercise on the left leg.

REPETITIONS

● Repeat this exercise 2–3 times before running a short distance or for 3–5 seconds.

● Progress to higher hops as skill improves.