In their bid to increase the distance or height they generate with every kick, NFL kickers need to work on developing their strength, endurance and power.
To improve their kicks, they need to perform various leg workouts no matter how uncomfortable they may make them feel.
Skipping leg day may be an inside joke for people who hit the gym, but NFL kickers can't afford to take a single day off.
There are numerous exercises which help build leg strength, so let's take a look at the most popular ones.
Box Jumps
This is one of the most common exercises for crossfitters too. Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and drop into a quarter squat position before you swing your arms and jump onto the box.
Jump Lunges
To perform this exercise, you need to bend both legs 90 degrees one in front of the other before exploding up into the air by straightening both of your legs. Land with your opposite foot in front and, again, make sure that you are cushioning your landing and use both your arms for balance.
Jump Squats
Considered as one of the most common plyometrics, this exercise requires you to perform a normal squat and add an explosive element by jumping up into the air. You just need to make sure that you are cushioning your landing by bending your knees to avoid injuries.
Front Squats
Make sure that the bar is placed below where it will be when you are standing, or around the top of your sternum. Grip the bar either by wrapping all four fingers of each hand around the bar (full grip) or by wrapping one, two or three fingers around the bar (partial grip). Rise up, stepping backwards with both feet outside shoulder-width apart, and toes pointing outward at about 45 degrees. Then, breathe and descend until the hip crease is one to two inches below the tops of the knees.
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