Frog Jumps Forward and Backward

CONDITIONING DRILL 3, EXERCISE 8: FROG JUMPS FORWARD AND BACKWARD

Purpose: This exercise develops coordination, balance, and explosive strength in the legs (Figure 9-19).

Starting Position: Straddle stance, slightly crouched, assuming a half-squat, with the back straight, arms at the sides with elbows bent at 90-degrees, and palms facing forward.

Cadence: MODERATE

Count:

Maintain a half-squat and hop forward.
Maintain a half-squat and hop backward.
Repeat count 2.
Maintain a half-squat and hop forward, returning to the starting position.

**Figure 9-19. Frog jumps forward and backward**

Check Points:

At the starting position, tighten the abdominals to stabilize the trunk.
On all counts, do not allow the back to round; keep the head up and the eyes forward.
On each landing, the feet should be directed forward and maintained at shoulder distance apart. The landing should be “soft” and proceed from the balls of the feet to the heels.

Precaution: N/A

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