Broad Jump to Stick
A forward jump held on landing to train power and control.
3D view
Drag to turn the figure, or use the arrow keys. The lighter limbs are on the far side.
Category: yellow
Levels: Beginner to Elite
How to do it
- Load the hips and swing the arms back.
- Jump forward as far as the room allows.
- Land in a quarter squat and freeze for 1 to 2 seconds. Then walk back.
Muscles worked
Glutes, hamstrings, calves, power
Easier version
Jump a shorter distance and step out of the landing.
Harder version
Jump farther and hold the landing for 3 seconds.
Common mistake
Landing with straight legs and no balance.
Safety
Land softly with your knees over your toes and stick the landing. Use a flat, non-slip surface with clear space around you, and choose an easier level on tired days.
Stop if anything hurts. This is general fitness information, not medical advice. Read the health and safety guidance before you start.
Progressions, Beginner to Elite
Choose your level for this move in the app's Settings. Pick an easier level on tired days.
- Beginner: Long step out and stick
- Intermediate: Broad jump to stick
- Advanced: Max-distance broad jump
- Pro: Two broad jumps in a row, stick the second
- Elite: Bounding leaps