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High Knee Squat

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The high knee squat combines a traditional squat with a high knee march, targeting lower body strength and core stability. It enhances cardiovascular fitness while improving balance and coordination.

How to do it

  1. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and hands behind your head.
  2. Lower into a squat position, keeping your chest up and back straight.
  3. Drive through your heels to stand up, bringing one knee up toward your chest.
  4. Return the foot to the ground and repeat on the other side.
  5. Continue alternating knees with each squat.

Muscles worked

Primary Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps

Secondary Hamstrings Obliques Rectus Abdominis

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