This week we “stick” with the Standing Long/Broad Jump.
We at Bulletproofbodies love this test of TRUE HORIZONTAL POWER from point A to point B.
All that matters is how far you can jump.
Now that this has become an Army Fitness Test it’s time to get good at this.
However,
Can you stick the landing?
Do you need MORE absolute strength?
Do you need increased rate of force development?
Or
Is it your technique?
At Bulletproofbodies we recommend 3 dynamic mobility exercises:
Mobilise in the Lunge position to stretch Hip Flexors
The BootStrapper Squat with a light Kettlebell
McKenzie Press Up to stretch the abdominals
Your SECOND Jump will be YOUR BEST jump, so jack your nervous system up first with an early first jump to prime your body for the test.
Stance – feet hip width apart
Start with your arms above your head, then forcefully Swing your arms down into shoulder extension, then drive them forward as your torso extends and you reach “hang time.”
Longer lever = More Power
Push your feet through the ground
Squeeze your glutes hard during hang time
It’s all about forceful hip extension!
45 degree angle from the belly button
Land in a deep squat position and stay stable.
Stick the landing and hold for 5 seconds.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/user/overtimeathletes
