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Box Jump

A vertical jump onto a stable box or step, building explosive power for aerial duels.

How to perform it

1. Stand facing a stable box or step at a manageable height.
2. Swing your arms and bend your knees to load the jump.
3. Jump explosively onto the box, landing softly with both feet.
4. Stand fully upright before stepping back down.

Coaching cues

• Step down, don't jump down — save the impact for the jump up

Sets and reps

3 sets of 5

Where you'll see this exercise

• Strength Training for Center Backs and Fullbacks

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