Lateral Hops demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Begin standing with your feet together
  • 2Bend your knees slightly and hop sideways to the right
  • 3Land softly and immediately hop to the left
  • 4Alternate sides and repeat
  • 5Try to do this for 1 minute continuously

Tips:

  • Maintain a tight core throughout
  • Focus on landing softly to reduce joint impact
  • Try to hop as far as possible
  • Increase speed gradually to avoid injury

Lateral Hops Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs