This is exactly why I have athletes try the Plyogility drill before I give any coaching. I want their brain to work it out and will even explain that to them. 8/10 times they get it right and just need to work on confidence.

Have to be mobile! Making sure you keep strength through all ranges of motion is important too.

Some of my favorite hip mobility drills involve that stretch while activating the muscle to strengthen it as well. The release of the activation can even lead to a deeper stretch.

Great drill! If he’s ready for it, it can be leveled up by moving those hexagons wider so he has to push further out but keep his speed and control.

As Tony said above body control and coordination along with proper movement patterns can eliminate a lot of injuries. Beyond that they are learning how to absorb force which can be a lot more than their body weight as well as strengthening muscles and tendons. Each time they land they are taking their body weight times how high they jumped and gravity’s acceleration. Meaning they land with more “weight” than their body. Each time you jump you are strengthening that load you can handle and training in those movement patterns to handle that load. Athletes not strong enough or experiencing pain can reduce that force by landing on a box if needed.

Michael is going to give him a run for his money! Just turned 71 last week and runs track.