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Broad Jump

Standing long jump for maximum distance. Builds horizontal power and total body explosiveness. Develops horizontal power that transfers to sprinting. Full body explosive exercise that builds total body coordination. Easy to measure progress — just measure the distance.

How to Do Broad Jump: Step by Step

  1. Feet shoulder-width, swing arms back
  2. Explode forward and upward simultaneously
  3. Drive hips and arms forward together
  4. Land softly with bent knees, absorb impact

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Jumping too vertically instead of forward
  • Not using arm swing for momentum
  • Landing with straight knees

Broad Jump Tips

  • The arm swing contributes significantly to distance — make it aggressive
  • Aim for a 45-degree takeoff angle for maximum distance
  • Track your distance over time to measure progress

Muscles Worked

quadsgluteshamstrings
Equipment No equipment needed
Tracking Count reps

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