Vertical Depth Jump

Classification

Instructions

Preparation

Stand on box close to front edge facing vertical jump flag.

Execution

Step off box landing on both feet under vertical jump flag. Jump off the ground as fast as possible. Reach up with one or both hands and hit the highest flag possible.

Comments

Dynamic spinal extension may occur in some individuals primarily due to spinal hyper-extension which may occur when body extends and feet leave ground.

Force (Articulation)

Dynamic

• Hip
  • Extension
• Knee
  • Extension
• Ankle
  • Plantar Flexion
• Shoulder
  • Abduction
  • Flexion
• Scapula & Clavicle
  • Elevation
  • Upward Rotation

Static

• Spine (Thoracic, Lumbar)
  • Extension