How to do it
Maintain a steady breathing rhythm through each transition.
- 1
Begin by running in place, lifting your knees slightly with each step.
- 2
Transition into a half knee bend by lowering your body into a shallow squat position.
- 3
Push through your heels to return to running in place.
- 4
Continue alternating between running and half knee bends, maintaining a fluid motion.
Expert tip
Ensure that your knees do not extend past your toes during the half knee bend to protect your knee joints and engage the correct muscle groups.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the heels during the half knee bend
- ✕Rounding the lower back in the squat phase
- ✕Squatting too deep beyond a shallow range