High Knees
Step-by-step technique for High Knees, an exercise for quads using bodyweight. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.
How to do it
- Stand tall in place.
- Run on the spot, driving your knees up to chest height.
- Pump your arms in rhythm.
- Keep a fast tempo.
Coach tip: Land on the balls of your feet and keep your core tight.
Muscles worked
Primary: Quads
Secondary: Hip Flexors, Calves
High Knees is a endurance exercise that loads the quads using bodyweight. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.
At a glance
- Primary muscle
- Quads
- Secondary
- Hip Flexors, Calves
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Type
- Endurance