Part B
Balancing exercises to develop movement control and stability in the lower body and trunk
Single Leg Balance with Shallow Squat
Sets: 1 Repetitions: 6 / leg
Coaching Points:
- Stand on one leg with a slight bend in the knee
- Once stable, perform a half squat by flexing at both the knee and hip of the standing leg
Key Cues:
- Chest up
- Hip, knee, ankle in line
- Knee over toes
Forward Hop and Stick
Sets: 1 Repetitions: 6 / leg
Coaching Points:
- Hop forwards by taking off and landing on the same leg
- Hopping distance should be far enough to challenge control and balance
Key Cues:
- Chest up
- Hip, knee, ankle in line
- Soft knees