The single-leg lateral jump is like doing a lateral jump, but you are on one leg at a time (instead of pushing off with both legs.)
Step 1: Start out in the same position as when doing a regular lateral jump.
Step 2: Jump to the left like you would do in a regular lateral jump, but this time, land on your left foot, keeping your right foot just off the ground.
Step 3: Now, jump to the right, pushing off your left leg. This time you will land on your right foot and keep your left foot in the air.
Step 4: Repeat.
Continue jumping left, right, left, etc. The key to remember is to land on your outside foot and keep your inside foot in the air.
Single-Leg Lateral Jump video:
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Levi Bloom is an experienced endurance athlete who has been training and competing for over 17 years. A former Cat 1 road and mountain bike racer (professional class on the regional circuit), he is now a cycling coach (USA Cycling Level 3 Certified) and sports nutrition coach (Precision Nutrition Level 1 Certified).
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