2 to 1 Jump Box
Description
The 2 to 1 jump box is a plyometric drill that takes off from two feet and lands on one foot on a box. The single leg landing demands serious deceleration strength and balance.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
2 to 1 Jump Box Instructions
- Stand a few feet in front of a sturdy plyo box with feet hip width.
- Bend both knees and swing the arms back to load the jump.
- Drive explosively up and forward off both feet.
- In midair, bring one foot up to the box.
- Land softly on the box with one foot only.
- Bend the landing knee deeply to absorb the force.
- Stand up tall on the box once stable.
- Step back down and complete all reps alternating landing legs.
2 to 1 Jump Box Form & Visual
2 to 1 Jump Box Benefits
- Trains single leg landing strength.
- Builds eccentric power through the landing.
- Develops balance and stability.
- Carryover to athletic jumping and sprinting.
- Spikes heart rate for cardio.
- Reinforces safe landing mechanics.
2 to 1 Jump Box Muscles Worked
- Gluteus maximus
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Calves
2 to 1 Jump Box Variations & Alternatives
- Box Jump
- 1 to 2 Jump Box
- Single Leg Box Jump
- Drop Squat
