Forward Hops
Description
This exercise involves jumping forward with both feet together and landing on the balls of your feet. It is a plyometric exercise that helps to improve explosive power and agility.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Forward Hops Instructions
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your knees slightly bent.
- Jump forward as far as you can, landing softly on the balls of your feet.
- Immediately jump forward again, repeating the movement for the desired number of reps.
- Rest for 30 seconds to 1 minute between sets.
Forward Hops Form & Visual
Forward Hops Benefits
- Improves explosive power and speed
- Increases lower body strength and endurance
- Enhances balance and coordination
- Engages multiple muscle groups including quads, glutes, hamstrings, and calves
- Can be easily modified to increase or decrease difficulty
- Provides a cardiovascular workout
Forward Hops Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Hamstrings
- Calves
- Glutes
- Core
Forward Hops Variations & Alternatives
- Backward Hops
- Lateral Hops
- Single Leg Hops
- Box Jumps
- Depth Jumps
