Single-Leg Lateral Hop

Learn how to perform the Single-Leg Lateral Hop, a beginner exercise that targets the quadriceps. Includes step-by-step instructions.

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Starting position of Single-Leg Lateral Hop
Starting position of Single-Leg Lateral Hop
Ending position of Single-Leg Lateral Hop
Ending position of Single-Leg Lateral Hop

Instructions

  1. Stand to the side of a cone or hurdle. To get into the start position, stand on one leg with your knee slightly bent.
  2. To begin, execute a counterjump to hop sideways over the cone.
  3. Land on your jumping leg, and immediately rebound out of it by jumping back to the start position.
  4. Continue hopping back and forth.

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