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Ladder - Lateral High Knees

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  • HOW: Stand on one side of the ladder at the end facing it. While moving laterally through each block, alternate driving your knees up to your chest until the end of the ladder. 
  • FEEL: You should feel the muscles in your legs working. 
  • COMPENSATION: Stay on the balls of your feet and in control of your feet and body. Keep your chest upright and stay facing one way.

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