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Starting Strength for Hoopers | 6 Simple Basketball Exercises at Home

Want to start strength training for basketball? These 6 simple bodyweight moves build a strong foundation:

Reverse Lunge – avoid rounding your back, push through the front foot (3×12)

Single-Leg Calf Raise – even forefoot pressure (3×8)

Nordic Quad – keep knees/hips/shoulders aligned (3×4)

Single-Leg Glute Bridge – pelvis flat (3×6)

Squat Hold – just above 90° (3×20s)

Double-Leg Pogo Hops – knees straight (3×25)

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