Quick Skips

Purpose

Develops quick muscle response movements.

Setup

Set up two cones 10 yards apart .

Execution

Quick skip from one cone to the other, taking short, sharp steps and popping off the front of the foot quickly.

Start off in a linear skip (going straight forward).

Next, get your skipping rhythm and go to a lateral quick skip (facing sideways).

Next, go to a crossover movement – rotate your hips quickly to move the feet quickly (3).

Finish with a drop skip where you go backwards. Be sure to rotate the knees out.

Down and back is one repetition.Complete 3 sets of 3 reps for each of the four movements.

Coaching Tips

• Step down with purpose to create force.
• Relax at the hips and keep a stable core