Jump
Squats |
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Step 1) Starting position:
Stand with your feet at shoulder width apart and your toes pointed
forward. This will give you a stable base of support. Then, cupping
your hands, fold your arms one on top of the other in front of your
chest. (See Figure 1) |
(Figure 2) |
Step 2) Slowly squat
down by bending your knees and pushing your hips back like you
were going to sit down. Squat down until your upper legs are parallel
to (even with) the floor. Your knees should never pass your toes.
(See Figure 2)
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(Figure 3) |
Step 3) Keeping your arms
folded, push hard against the floor for an exploding jump. (See
Figure 3)
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(Figure 4) |
Step 4) As you jump
as high as you can, straighten your legs and reach up as though
trying to touch the ceiling with your elbows. (See Figure 4)
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(Figure 5) |
Step 5) Once you land (See Figure 5), return
to the Starting Position (See Figure 1).
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Repeat this exercise as many times as you can, twice a
week. |
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