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High knee

Description: This technique is performed while walking forward. With each step, flex the hip as high as can be controlled, grasping the knee at the top with both hands. Be sure to pause at the top and switch legs with each step. [ID: dynamic08]

Additional info:

• Video: Demo of a High knee warmup, www.youtube.com/watch?v=QIwxSeKpHtI

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