Leg swings
Leg swings are a dynamic warm-up for your hips and the backs of your legs. You stand on one leg and swing the other leg loosely forward and back. They work your hip flexors and hamstrings, with a little help from your glutes and quads. Use them before squats, lunges, jumps and running. Hold on to a wall or bar, keep your torso upright and let the swing build gradually. Do not force the leg up. Do the same number of swings on both legs.
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How to do it
- Balance on one leg and steady yourself with a hand on a wall or bar.
- Let the free leg swing forward and back like a pendulum.
- Let the swing grow gradually and keep your torso upright.
- Switch legs after your reps.
Then repeat on the other side.
Form tips
- Stand on one leg, one hand on a wall or bar.
- Swing the other leg loosely forward and back.
- Build height gradually and keep your torso upright.
Common mistake
- Throwing the leg up forcefully and arching your back.