Mobility

Ladder Lateral High Knee

Boost your cardiovascular endurance with the Ladder Lateral High Knee exercise. Perfect for cardio health, this dynamic workout incorporates explosive side-to-side movements, improving leg strength, core stability, and coordination.
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Ladder Lateral High Knee instructions
Step-by-step instructions
1
Start by placing a speed ladder flat on the ground.
2
Stand at one end of the ladder, facing sideways.
3
Rapidly lift your knees high, stepping in and out of each square of the ladder.
4
Lean slightly into the ladder to keep your balance while moving sideways.
5
Continue this motion down the entire length of the ladder, be careful not to step on the ladder rungs.
Start by placing a speed ladder flat on the ground.
Stand at one end of the ladder, facing sideways.
Rapidly lift your knees high, stepping in and out of each square of the ladder.
Lean slightly into the ladder to keep your balance while moving sideways.
Continue this motion down the entire length of the ladder, be careful not to step on the ladder rungs.
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