Skater Hops
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![Human](http://media.homegym-exercises.com/muskel/mensch.png)
muscles: | Quadriceps![]() ![]() |
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auxiliary muscles: | Hamstrings![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
required: | Doable Without Equipment And Weights |
optional: | Weight Cuffs |
fitness level: | Easy |
exercise type: | Plyometrics, Cardio |
Variations available (6) |
![Starting Position Starting Position](http://media.homegym-exercises.com/training/skater_hops1hd.png)
![Execution - 1nd Step Execution - 1nd Step](http://media.homegym-exercises.com/training/skater_hops2hd.png)
![Execution - 2rd Step Execution - 2rd Step](http://media.homegym-exercises.com/training/skater_hops3hd.png)
General And Specifics
- this is a great exercise to improve endurance
- additionally, it promotes your mobility
Starting Position
- stand upright
- the feet are shoulder width apart
- bend one leg and guide it back
- tilt the upper forward a bit, the back is straight
- arms are bent
- hold the head up during the exercise
Correct Execution
- jump to the side as far as possible and land on the other leg
- gain momentum with the arms, they also help you to keep the balance
- now, the free leg is bent a bit
- shortly rest it on the floor, then jump back again
- the upper body is tilted forward a bit while you land, this makes the motion dynamic
- repeat the exercise for one minute, to activate your circulatory system