How to do a high knees

CoreBodyweightBeginner

Running on the spot with a bit of purpose — knees up, quick feet. A simple way to warm up or add a cardio hit between moves.

How to do it

1Stand tall and drive your knees up toward hip height
2Stay light and quick on the balls of your feet
3Pump your arms in rhythm
4Keep your chest up, don't hunch

Common mistakes

×Hunching forward as you speed up
×Barely lifting the knees
×Landing heavy and flat-footed

Muscles worked

Core Quads

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