Box Jump Activation
Warm-up with jumps onto a low plyo box, always stepping down.
How to play
- Explain the technique: arms back, jump and land softly on top.
- Jumps onto a low box.
- Step down — never jump backward off the box.
- Raise the height only if technique is good.
Rules
- Step down.
- Stable box.
Variations
Easier
Low box.
Standard
Medium.
Harder
High.
Adaptations
- Knee problems: step-ups without jumping.
- Limited mobility: alternative exercise.
Learning goals
- Activate power.
- Learn safe technique.
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