Horse jump prep
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This series will deal with a number of short exercises that will help the student develop awareness and alignment when jumping. It must be done in combination with the strength exercises to have maximum benefit.
The horse jump prep, introduces a jump in parallel where the legs use the udvahitam of the knees in front to elevate and take off the floor.
This jump is used in many instances in a number of Utplavana adavus.
Please do not do the jumps if you experience knee pain.
You must be warmed up before doing any jumps.
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