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Depth Jump

Reactive plyometric that steps from a box, lands briefly, and rebounds immediately into a maximal vertical jump.

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Depth Jump demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

QuadricepsGlutesHamstringsCalves

Equipment

Box

Sets × reps

3 × 5

Rest

2 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Stand at the front edge of a low stable box with your feet about hip width.
  2. 02Step straight off the box without jumping upward and prepare both feet to land together.
  3. 03Land softly with your hips, knees, and ankles bending briefly to absorb the impact.
  4. 04Rebound immediately into a maximal vertical jump while keeping your knees aligned over your toes.
  5. 05Land the vertical jump under control, step back onto the box, and reset fully before repeating.

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