straddle jump
Jump with spread
A straddle jump is a leap in which the legs spread wide apart to the sides while airborne, forming a V-shape.
Common in cheerleading, gymnastics, and dance, it requires hip flexibility and leg strength: She hit a perfect straddle jump at the end of the routine.
Also called a straddle or spread eagle jump.
- leapSudden springing movement
- split leapJump with legs extended opposite directions
- gymnasticsAthletic discipline of controlled movement
- balance beamElevated narrow plank for routines
- pommel horseHandled gymnastics apparatus
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