Why you should strength train unilaterally for skateboarding.

Training each leg individually is an effective way to build strength for skateboarding. This is especially important because most skaters naturally favor one stance—such as regular over switch, or goofy over regular—leading to muscular imbalances over time. Research has shown that skateboarders often display significant asymmetries in performance across various jump tests, including the squat jump, countermovement jump, and drop jump. Interestingly, those with greater asymmetries were often ranked as higher-performing athletes. By focusing on single-limb training and addressing these imbalances, skaters may not only enhance performance but also reduce the risk of injury.

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