Drill

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Reactive First Step

Break in the right direction without a false step

10 min
10 reactions, full rest between
Intermediate

Why this drill

Builds toward break in the right direction without a false step.

Instructions

  1. 1Start in your ready position with weight forward on the balls of your feet.
  2. 2Have a partner point, or use a random cue, then drive the first step directly toward it.
  3. 3Sprint five yards low and hard, then reset completely.
  4. 4Film a set and check whether your first step goes backward before it goes forward.

What to focus on

First step going straight at the target.

Recommended reps

10 reactions, full rest between

Common mistake

A false step or a rock back before the break.