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Side-to-side hops alternatives

Machine taken, missing equipment, or something doesn't feel right? These exercises train the same main muscles as the side-to-side hops, best matches first.

  1. Single-leg side hopsTrains the calves and glutes, same movement, no equipment.
  2. Incline treadmill runTrains the glutes and calves, same movement, needs treadmill.
  3. Incline walkTrains the glutes and calves, same movement, needs treadmill.
  4. Power skipsTrains the glutes and calves, same movement, no equipment.
  5. Ankle hopsTrains the calves, same movement, no equipment.
  6. Backward ellipticalTrains the glutes, same movement, needs cross trainer.
  7. Battle rope jumping jacksTrains the calves, same movement, needs battle ropes.
  8. Burpee with a side jumpTrains the glutes, same movement, no equipment.
  9. Double undersTrains the calves, same movement, needs jump rope.
  10. Frog jumpTrains the glutes, same movement, no equipment.
  11. Heel kicksTrains the calves, same movement, no equipment.
  12. Jump ropeTrains the calves, same movement, needs jump rope.

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