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Cable Band Knee Drive

Improve your core, leg strength, and agility with the Cable Band Knee Drive exercise. It mimics running actions, aligning the knee with the hip for speed enhancement. Great for overall lower body conditioning, it also targets the glutes.
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Cable Band Knee Drive instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Stand facing a resistance band anchoring point, with a cable band attached at ground level.
2
Place your left foot in the loop of the cable band. Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart. Your right foot should be slightly forward.
3
Bend your right knee slightly and lean your body forwards, while keeping your torso tight.
4
Pull your left knee up towards your chest, bending it at a 90 degree angle. Try not to rely on momentum - make sure your core is doing the work.
5
Lower your left leg back down to the starting position in a controlled motion and repeat for the recommended number of reps. Then switch sides.
Stand facing a resistance band anchoring point, with a cable band attached at ground level.
Place your left foot in the loop of the cable band. Stand straight with your feet hip-width apart. Your right foot should be slightly forward.
Bend your right knee slightly and lean your body forwards, while keeping your torso tight.
Pull your left knee up towards your chest, bending it at a 90 degree angle. Try not to rely on momentum - make sure your core is doing the work.
Lower your left leg back down to the starting position in a controlled motion and repeat for the recommended number of reps. Then switch sides.
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