Appears in642 Workouts*

Standing Sprint

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High-intensity cardio! Mimic sprinting in place to boost your heart rate and burn calories. Great for all fitness levels.

Mr. Grey Smith
Mr. Grey Smith
@JustHim_wo_you

Muscle Groups

Primary

Secondary

Instructions

1. Start by standing upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.

2. Engage your core muscles and keep your head looking forward.

3. Begin by driving one knee up towards your chest as high as you can, with the opposite arm coming forward in a running motion. Ensure that your front thigh is parallel with the ground and your back leg is straightened behind you.

4. Quickly switch to the other leg, driving the opposite knee up and bringing the other arm forward.

5. Continue to alternate legs and arms in a rapid, high-knee sprinting motion.

6. As you get comfortable with the movements, increase your speed to simulate an all-out sprint while remaining in place.

7. Pump your arms quickly to assist with leg turnover and help maintain balance and momentum.

8. Sprint for a pre-determined duration or until you cannot maintain the form or high intensity.

9. Rest adequately between sets to recover your breath and prepare for another round.

Safety Precautions: Warm up thoroughly before starting high-intensity sprint exercises. Focus on maintaining good posture throughout the exercise. Start at a moderate pace and gradually increase speed as your technique improves. Wear proper shoes to ensure adequate grip and support for your feet. Stop the exercise if you feel any sharp pain or discomfort.

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