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Plyometrics Body Only

Knee Tuck Jump

The Knee Tuck Jump is an advanced bodyweight plyometric drill. The athlete jumps vertically, raises the knees toward the chest, then extends the legs again before landing. The...

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Stretching

Leg-Up Hamstring Stretch

The Leg-Up Hamstring Stretch is performed on the back with one foot planted and the opposite leg raised. Gradually straightening the raised knee creates tension through the ha...

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Strength Kettlebells

Lunge Pass Through

The Lunge Pass Through combines a forward lunge with a kettlebell handoff beneath the front thigh. The quadriceps and glutes drive the lunge, while the hamstrings and calves a...

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Stretching Other

Lying Hamstring

The Lying Hamstring stretch uses a partner-assisted contract-relax method. The athlete attempts to bend the knee against resistance, then relaxes while the partner guides the...

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Strength Machine

Lying Leg Curls

The Lying Leg Curl trains the hamstrings by bending the knees against machine resistance. The torso and thighs remain supported while the lower legs move the roller pad.

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Plyometrics

Moving Claw Series

The Moving Claw Series is a running-mechanics drill that combines heel recovery, forward leg cycling, active ground contact, and rapid arm action. The hamstrings, quadriceps,...

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