This is a variation on the Lateral Step Down test. Add (in the video I say deduct, but scoring based on higher scores being worse) 1 Hands off hips 1 Trunk Shift 1 Pelvic Drop 1 Knee Drops Medial to 2nd Toe 1 Elevation of Medial Forefoot 1 Loss of Balance Scores x/6 0-1 is considered good quality movement 2-3 is considered medium quality movement 4 is considered poor quality movement Test originally found here Piva et al (2006) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1557500/ | Modern Manua

Watch Step and corrective action to avoid trip hazard. | Safety officers

Throwing drill spotlight: drop steps 🌪️ The drop step is a staple drill we use with our pitchers here at ISP for a few reasons: - Forces athlete to rotate aggressively through the positional constraint - Allows athlete to avoid excessive internal cueing and maintain athleticism - Pushes athlete to move the needle on a high intent velocity day ⛽️ | Ideal Sports Performance & Fitness