You Want Me to Jump…… But I’m a Runner

Did you know that running is actually a form of 1-legged jumping over and over (and over) again? One of the best ways to get better at running is to get better at jumping, but you may not want to do this in the heat of your training as you are already putting thousands of reps on your system. Winter is the perfect time to introduce plyometrics (or jumping) back into your workouts to improve your running economy for the following year.

Here’s where to start:

1) Box Squat Jumps

• Use the box to give you a tangible cue to help you get low and improve your force production and power. Work on gradually increasing your jump height or speed and aim to make it “flowy”.

2) POGO Jumps

• Improve the springiness of your calves by pushing the ball of your foot hard down into the floor.

3) Skater Jumps

• Increase the difficulty by progressing from 2-legged jumps toward 1-legged hops and introducing a side-to-side motion to challenge your stability.

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