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Run and Hop

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This exercise combines running and hopping, effectively improving cardiovascular endurance and lower body power. It is often used in sports conditioning to enhance agility and explosiveness.

How to do it

  1. Start by running in place, maintaining a steady pace.
  2. As you run, incorporate a hop every few steps by driving one knee upwards.
  3. Alternate legs with each hop, keeping a rhythmic motion.

Muscles worked

Primary Gastrocnemius Hamstrings Quadriceps

Secondary Gluteus Maximus Gluteus Medius

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