Upper legsBody onlyBeginner
Standing Long Jump
From a partial squat, swing the arms and jump forward as far as you can. Land with the feet out in front, reaching with the legs.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Type
- Plyometrics
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force direction
- Push
- Muscles
- 4
Form sequence
01 · surface and stance
This drill is best done in sand or other soft landing surface. Ensure that you are able to measure distance. Stand in a partial squat stance with feet shoulder width apart.
02 · jump · Key step
Utilizing a big arm swing and a countermovement of the legs, jump forward as far as you can.
03 · landing
Attempt to land with your feet out in front you, reaching as far as possible with your legs.
04 · measure
Measure the distance from your landing point to the starting point and track results.
