How to do it
Stay light on the balls of your feet throughout the movement.
- 1
Stand with feet hip-width apart and arms at chest level.
- 2
Lift one knee towards the chest while bringing the opposite elbow down towards the knee.
- 3
Quickly switch to the other knee and continue alternating in a rhythmic fashion.
- 4
Keep your movements sharp and controlled.
- 5
Continue for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Drive your knee up powerfully to engage your core and hip flexors, and maintain a brisk pace for cardiovascular benefits.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bringing the same-side elbow to the knee
- ✕Leaning the torso forward during knee drives
- ✕Rotating the hips outward on each knee lift