High knees
Also called running on the spot, knee drive
- Works
- Heart and lungs · cardiovascular system
- Front of the hip · iliopsoas and rectus femoris
- Calves · gastrocnemius and soleus
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Stand tall with feet hip-width apart.
Steps
- Run on the spot, bringing each knee up to hip height.
- Land softly on the balls of your feet.
- Pump your arms.
Breathing
Breathe as fast as you need to. Slow down if you cannot catch your breath between efforts.
Where you feel it
In your legs, the front of your hips and your breathing.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back.
- Landing hard on the heels.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.