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With feet together jump over the mini hurdles as quickly as possible, pumping the arms to increase speed.

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To make this harder you could:

Space hurdles further apart.
Get players to jump on the spot once before jumping over the next hurdle.
Layout hurdles in a shape which means players must change direction as they jump.

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High Skips:

Use the size of hurdle appropriate for the age and ability of your athlete.

Athlete jumps off one leg over the hurdle landing on the same leg.
The jumping leg should be straight if possible.

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Hopping:

Hopping on one leg throughout player jump over all the hurdles, using their arms to help them maintain their balance and keep their speed up as they go through.

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Slalom Run:

Set out a line of hurdles or cones on the floor.

Player need to run in and out of the obstacles as quickly as possible using short side-steps and fast feet.

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Sideways Running:

Facing left and then right, get your players to run sideways over the hurdles, taking two steps in betwen every pair of hurdles.

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