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High Knees demonstration

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Cardio / Bodyweight

High Knees

A bodyweight cardio drill where the knees are driven up to hip height in rapid alternation.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

beginner

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Abs · Calves

Instructions

  1. 01

    Stand tall with feet hip-width apart.

  2. 02

    Drive one knee up toward the chest while pumping the opposite arm.

  3. 03

    Quickly switch legs, mirroring the arm action.

  4. 04

    Continue alternating at a fast pace.

  5. 05

    Continue for the prescribed work interval.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.