Hand-Swipe Slight-Squat

Slight Squat Hand Swipe (Plyometrics)

Starting Position:
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Keep your back straight and engage your core.
3. Relax your shoulders and position your arms at your sides.

Movement Instructions:
1. Squat Down:
- Lower your body into a slight squat by bending your knees. Keep your weight in your heels and your chest lifted. Your thighs should be parallel to the ground or slightly above.
- As you squat, swing your arms backward to build momentum.

2. Hand Swipe:
- Quickly straighten your legs and push up into a standing position while simultaneously raising your right arm above your head.
- As you complete the movement, swipe your right hand diagonally across your body to the left side at shoulder height.

3. Return to Start:
- Lower your arm back down and prepare for the next repetition.
- You can alternate arms, raising your left arm in the next repetition and swiping to the right.

Tips:
- Focus on controlled movements to avoid injury.
- Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise for stability.
- Adjust the depth of your squat based on your comfort level.