Learn how to do a lateral hop 4 times to sprint.
- Type: Plyometrics
- Main Muscle Worked: Quadriceps
- Other Muscles: Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings
- Equipment: Dumbbell
- Mechanics Type: Compound
- Level: Beginner
Directions
- Begin this exercise by standing with your feet hip-width apart and holding light weight dumbbells down by your side. This will be your starting position.
- While holding on to the dumbbells, hop back and forth over an imaginary line four times before turning to your left and sprinting about 20 feet.
- As soon as you finish your sprint, repeat the exercise by performing 4 more lateral hops, turning to your left, and sprinting back to your original starting position.
- Complete for recommended number of reps or time.