Basketball Shot Jump Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Legs
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Legs
- Secondary Muscles
- Core, Upper Body
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Basketball Jump Shot, Stability Ball Jump Shot
How to: Basketball Shot Jump
- Begin seated on the stability ball with your feet flat on the ground.
- From this position, engage your core and push off the ground with your feet to jump upward.
- Swing your arms for momentum and aim to extend your legs as you jump.
- Land softly back onto the ball and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rounding the back instead of maintaining a neutral spine.
- Overextending the knees during the jump.
- Not landing softly, which can lead to injury.
Modifications
- Perform without the stability ball for balance.
- Use a lower platform to reduce jumping height.
Tips
- Maintain a stable posture on the stability ball.
- Focus on using your legs to generate force.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
Basketball Shot Jump Alternatives
Tags
plyometrics
aerobic
jumping
basketball
core
leg strength