The scissor kick technique is still relevant today in the high jump because it is an important training tool. 4 Advantages of Using the Scissor Kick in Practice 1) It mimics a high jump approach at full speed. 2) It makes an athlete jump using a penultimate step. 3) It helps the athletes keep their shoulders away from the bar and torso upright during the takeoff. 4) Most importantly - It makes the athlete drive their knee. The scissor kick used in practice prevents an athlete from diving into the bar during a Fosbury flop high jump. Let us know what you think of this video or if you have any other video suggestions. Check out our E-Course that teaches you how to scissor kick to pass India's Police High Jump Requirement: https://www.udemy.com/course/how-to-s... ======================================================== Website: www.highjumphelp.com Get the FREE introduction to the “High Jump 101 E-Course” here: https://www.highjumphelp.com/product-... ONLINE “HIGH JUMP 101 E-COURSE” that goes through the “4 Baby Steps of High Jump,” the proven plan to help your athletes jump higher. Find it here: https://www.highjumphelp.com/product-... For more FREE resources check out our blog here: https://www.highjumphelp.com/blog OR Check out our Facebook Page here: / highjumphelp