Depth Jump Leap

Technique

How to perform Depth Jump Leap

1. Arrange two rigid, non-sliding boxes or suitable benches with a lower drop surface and a reachable landing surface in front of it.
2. Stand near the edge of the lower surface with both feet supported.
3. Step off without jumping upward and land on both feet in the space between the platforms.
4. Absorb the ground contact through your ankles, knees and hips, then promptly drive upward and forward using your legs and arms.
5. Land with both feet on the second surface and bend your legs to control the impact.
6. Step down and reset before repeating.

Programming relevance

Muscles involved

Primary targets: Gluteus Maximus, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis, Gastrocnemius, Soleus.