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How to Do Leap Ups

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Leap ups are a muscle-intensive exercise that will help you develop muscle mass and explosive leaping ability off two feet. In most sports leaping ability is a premium skill. Leap ups will help you develop lower body strength, contributing to jumping, acceleration and endurance.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Begin in an athletic position with your feet shoulder-width apart and your heels on the ground.

  2. Step 2

    Lower yourself into a squatting position, keeping your back straight and your hands at your side.

  3. Step 3

    Spring up into the air, elevating at least 16 inches.

  4. Step 4

    Land directly back into your squatting position and spring back up into the air.

  5. Step 5

    Repeat Steps 3 and 4 mulitple times.

Tips & Warnings
  • As your stamina increases build up to 5 sets of 50; but to begin, 2 or 3 sets of 15 reps could be sufficent. Know your own body and establish attainable goals with this, and all other exercises.
  • Sneakers with good cushion go a long way to preventing leg injuries. This is a high-impact exercise and can hurt your knees if done incorrectly or without appropriate footwear.
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