Countermovement Jump: Explosive Power Training to Boost Swing Speed & Distance in Golf

Key Points

• Start with a Strength Foundation:

  • Beginners should build up strength first with double- and single-leg strength training before doing power-based jumps

  • Jumping is for power, not conditioning

• How to Perform the Countermovement Jump:

  • Feet slightly wider than hip width

  • Hands on hips (no arm swing for this variation)

  • Drop to a self-selected depth — whatever feels natural

  • Explode upward with maximum intent

  • Focus on force production, not repetition

• Pro Tips:

  • Take 5–10 seconds rest between jumps to reset and give full effort

  • Recommended: 3 sets of 3 jumps

  • Best done as part of a warm-up or power block, even before a round of golf

• Why Jumping Matters for Golfers:

  • Direct correlation between jump force and club head speed

  • More force in a jump = more power in your swing

  • Great for anyone looking to hit the ball farther