Vertical Swing

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Vertical Swing

Category
Plyometrics
Level
Beginner
Equipment
Dumbbell
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Compound

Primary Muscles

Hamstrings

Secondary Muscles

GlutesQuadricepsShoulders

Instructions

  1. 1

    Allow the dumbbell to hang at arms length between your legs, holding it with both hands. Keep your back straight and your head up.

  2. 2

    Swing the dumbbell between your legs, flexing at the hips and bending the knees slightly.

  3. 3

    Powerfully reverse the motion by extending at the hips, knees, and ankles to propel yourself upward, swinging the dumbell over your head.

  4. 4

    As you land, absorb the impact through your legs and draw the dumbbell to your torso before the next repetition.

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