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Treadmill run

A compound exercise for the quads and calves, with help from the hamstrings, glutes. Equipment: treadmill.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Set the speed and incline before you start, clip on the safety key.
  2. Tall posture, relaxed shoulders
  3. Land under the hips

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