Purpose: Athletic rhythm and coordination. Ankle elasticity and hip flexor strength. General athletic conditioning.
Quick Coaching Cues
- Coordinate opposite arm with opposite leg.
- Move arms from the shoulders and elbows, not just elbows.
- Lift knees to hip height.
Common Mistakes
- Using same arm with the same side leg.
- Not keeping the toe pulled up (dorsiflexed) when the knee drives up.
- Only moving the arms at the elbows and not also from the shoulders.
- Not lifting the knees high enough.
Questions/Comments?