Why I progress split squats → single-leg hops • Explosive power — builds force where jumping and sprinting actually start • Better acceleration — stronger first step and cleaner speed mechanics • Unilateral stability — fixes side-to-side imbalances • Full-body coordination — upper and lower body work as one • Injury resilience — stronger joints, better load tolerance • Vertical jump carryover — strength that transfers, not just looks good • Game-ready strength — single-leg power that shows up in