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Here's a step by step breakdown of the 3 step approach jump

Coach Donny • Elevate Yourself

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Session Overview

Coach Donny provides a concise step-by-step breakdown of the 3-step approach jump, detailing the directional first step, the explosive penultimate stride, and the two-foot takeoff mechanics paired with full arm-swing coordination.

Core Biomechanical & Tactical Principles

Use the first step as a directional timing step that adjusts to the set's trajectory.
Drive hard off the back leg into a long second step while sweeping both arms behind the hips.
Plant the final step quickly in front of the center of mass to convert horizontal speed into vertical height.

Verbal Coaching Cues for Practice:

"Step one for direction""Long explosive second step""Quick plant and lift"

Why Recommended for Coaches:

Clean, easy-to-follow breakdown of each step's role in the 3-step spiking approach.

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Key Coaching Cues

"Step one for direction"

"Long explosive second step"

"Quick plant and lift"

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