Before your kid starts jumping, they need to learn how to control their landing. Power without control is how injuries happen. Here are 3 foundational exercises every young athlete should master first: 1️⃣ Split Squat Hold — build strength and control in the bottom position. 2️⃣ Split Squat — full range, clean reps with no knee cave. 3️⃣ Rear Foot Elevated Drop Split Squat — learn to absorb force with ~80% of weight on the front leg. Once they can own these positions, then they’re ready to add plyometrics like split squat jumps. Progress the right way — strength and control first then speed second. 🎥 Martell Elite Fitness | Hockey Performance