Bounding Strides for Explosive Power
Dynamic warm-up activity developing explosive leg power through exaggerated bounding movements with coordinated arm and leg drive
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up activity developing explosive leg power through exaggerated bounding movements with coordinated arm and leg drive
Quick Info
high
20
25-30m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Marker cones
8-12
Dish Cones
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Space
Large Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Energizing
Skills
Power
Agility
Coordination
Endurance
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Teaching Focus
Progressive Challenge
Self Assessment
Intensity
High Intensity
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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