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Exercises

Front-to-Back Leg Swings

Also known as Forward-and-Back Leg Swings and Leg Swings

What It Is

A dynamic warm-up that loosens your hips and the back of your thighs before you run, lift or play.

How to Do It

Stand beside a wall and rest one hand on it. Swing your outside leg forward and back like a pendulum, letting each swing get a little higher. Do all reps on one side, then switch.

Tips

Stand tall instead of rounding your back to swing higher. Keep a slight bend in your standing knee.

Skill Level

Novice. Everyday movements on a stable base. Safe to learn on day one.

Type

Mobility. Moves your joints through their range to warm up and loosen stiff areas.

Engagement

Unilateral (Non-Alternating). Do every rep on one side, then switch.

Primary Muscles

Equipment

No equipment needed.

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