Drill

Drills

Track & Field

Double-Arm Takeoff Drive Drill

Add upward force with a strong double-arm drive at takeoff

7 min
5 x 6 jumps
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Practice standing jumps focusing on driving both arms up together at takeoff.
  2. 2Time the arm drive to finish just as the takeoff leg extends fully.
  3. 3Progress to a short run-up once the timing feels automatic.

What to focus on

Both arms driving upward in sync with leg extension.

Common mistake

Weak or late arm drive that fails to add lift at takeoff.