Standing 3-Point Hop

3-Point Standing Hops

Positioning

1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Engage your core and ensure your shoulders are relaxed.
3. Maintain a slight bend in your knees.

Movement

1. Choose a direction to hop (left, forward, right).
2. Use your arms for balance; bring them back slightly as you prepare to hop.
3. Jump off both feet, landing softly on one foot.
4. After landing, immediately prepare to hop in the next direction.
5. As you land, gently bend your knee to absorb the impact.
6. Continue hopping from one foot to the other in a triangular pattern (left, forward, right) for a set number of repetitions or time.
7. Focus on maintaining balance and control throughout the movement.

Tips

- Keep your landings soft to minimize stress on your joints.
- If you're new to this exercise, start with smaller hops before increasing distance and intensity.
- Ensure that you maintain a steady rhythm to improve coordination.