Lateral Leap
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Equipment:
Body Weight -
Area Worked:
Legs -
Type of Workout:
Cardio
Exercise Description:
Jumping laterally and landing on the balls of your feet is a dynamic and explosive exercise that targets the muscles in your legs, core, and upper body. To perform this exercise, start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms at your sides. Engage your core muscles and bend your knees slightly to prepare for the movement. From this starting position, explosively jump to the side, landing on the balls of your feet and using your arm and leg muscles to generate power. As you land, quickly lower your body into a squat position, keeping your chest up and your back straight. Push through your heels and use your leg and core muscles to stand back up to the starting position. This completes one repetition of the exercise.
In addition to strengthening your leg and core muscles, jumping laterally and landing on the balls of your feet can also help to improve your coordination, balance, and overall athletic performance. It can also provide a cardiovascular workout and help to increase your heart rate and burn calories. Because it involves explosive and dynamic movements, it can also be a great exercise for improving power and speed. Overall, jumping laterally and landing on the balls of your feet is a challenging and effective exercise for improving strength and fitness.
Muscles Involved
Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Dynamic Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Antagonist Stabilizer Muscles Involved
Synergist Muscles Involved
Exercise Variations
Rehab Exercise For Injuires
Sports Enhanced By Exercise
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