skater hops
A cardio exercise targeting the cardiovascular system, performed with body weight.
Body part
CardioEquipment
Body Weight
Target muscles
Cardiovascular System
Secondary muscles
Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves
How to do skater hops
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Bend your knees slightly and jump to the right, landing on your right foot.
As you land, swing your left leg behind your right leg and tap the ground with your left toes.
Immediately jump to the left, landing on your left foot.
As you land, swing your right leg behind your left leg and tap the ground with your right toes.
Continue alternating sides, jumping and tapping the ground with each leg.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Primary (target)
Secondary
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