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Linear Ski Bounding

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Difficulty

Hard

Equipment Needed

None

Starting Position

Perform this exercise on a soft surface like a grass field or a reinforced hardwood floor (as in an aerobics or dance studio).

Procedure

  1. Warm up for about 3 or 4 minutes. After a couple of short jogs, do one sprint of the recommended distance. Rest and then begin to bound slowly from side to side in a straight line.
  2. Bounding is performed by jumping forward on one foot and then immediately driving off of that foot forward into the next step..
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  4. When you feel comfortable with the exercise, increase your speed, focusing on powering through your hips and thighs.
  5. You should perform this exercise at maximal effort while maintaining good form..
  6. Complete the suggested number of repetitions and sets.

Coaching Keys

  • Explode off of each foot. Try to spend as little time on the ground as possible.

You Should Feel it...

Thighs, Calves, and Abdominals.

Exercise Purpose

Trains the muscles to react more quickly when skiing. Improves overall skiing power.

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