In the Rutshblock test sequence, which action comes immediately after bending knees (RB3)?

• A. RB4 Jump in same spot
• B. RB2 1 step down onto block
• C. RB5 Jump again
• D. RB1 Slide during digging/cutting

Answer: (A)

The key idea is loading and then converting that load into an explosive vertical movement. When you bend the knees, you’re storing elastic energy in your legs. The immediate next action in this sequence is an in-place jump, because you want to practice using that loaded energy to jump without shifting position. This in-place jump sets up the pattern for the next step (another jump) and keeps the movement clean and controlled. Moving down a block would change your contact point and isn’t the next progression, and sliding during digging/cutting isn’t part of this jump sequence.