Track & Field
Triple Jump Rhythm Hop-Step-Jump Drill
Balance the hop-step-jump phases instead of over-hopping
10 min
5 sets
Advanced
Why this drill
Builds toward balance the hop-step-jump phases instead of over-hopping.
Instructions
- 1Perform the hop-step-jump sequence from a short approach at controlled speed.
- 2Aim for even, rhythmic distances across the three phases rather than a maximal first hop.
- 3Check the step phase does not collapse due to an overly long hop.
What to focus on
Balanced, rhythmic distribution of distance across all three phases.
Recommended reps
5 sets
Common mistake
Over-hopping on the first phase, which collapses the step phase.