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Block Clearance Power Drill

Maximize push-off force from the rear block leg

8 min
6 starts
Advanced
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Set into blocks and focus entirely on driving the rear leg through to full extension.
  2. 2Hold the front leg's drive steady while emphasizing rear leg push force.
  3. 3Film from the side and check the rear leg fully straightens before leaving the block.

What to focus on

A complete, forceful extension of the rear leg out of the blocks.

Common mistake

Popping the rear foot out of the block early, before full extension.