LiftsmithHigh knees
A compound exercise for the quads and calves, with help from the abs. Equipment: no equipment.
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How to do it
- Setup: Stand tall, arms bent.
- Run on the spot, knees to hip height
- Stay on the balls of the feet
Muscles worked
Equipment
None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.
Alternatives
Exercises that train the same main muscles. See all high knees alternatives.
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Put the high knees in a plan that adapts
Liftsmith decides when to do it, how many sets and reps, and the weight, from your recovery and last session. Log each set in one tap; the rest timer starts on its own.
- ✓ Free to start, no account needed
- ✓ Plans every set, rep and weight for you
- ✓ Works offline, on Android, iPhone and the web
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