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Exercises

High knees

High knees: running in place with high knees, one knee lifted to hip height, arms pumping
QuadsCue Knees to hip height, quick arms.
  • 2–3sets
  • 30 secreps or time
  • 60 srest between sets

How to do it

  1. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart.
  2. Drive one knee up toward hip height.
  3. Switch legs quickly, landing softly on the balls of your feet.
  4. Pump your arms and keep your chest lifted.

Common mistakes

  • Leaning back as you tire.
  • Knees staying low.
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