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Cardio · Body Weight
Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches
Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches is an intermediate compound cardio exercise that works the cardiovascular system (cardio), with the quadriceps and glutes assisting. It needs no equipment beyond your own body weight. A typical prescription is 1-3 rounds of 30-60 seconds, and it burns about 8.6 calories per minute.
- Target
- Cardiovascular System
- Body part
- Cardio
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Category
- Cardio
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 1-3 × 30-60 sec
- Calories / min
- ≈ 8.6 kcal
Primary muscles
- Calves
- Hip Flexors
Secondary muscles
- Quadriceps
- Glutes
How to do Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches
- Stand at the end of the agility ladder.
- Skip forward so both feet touch down in each square.
- Drive your knees up and swing your arms in rhythm.
- Continue quickly to the end of the ladder.
Form tips
- Quick feet with small ground contacts.
- Keep your eyes forward, not on your feet.
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Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches FAQ
What muscles does Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches work?
Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches mainly works the cardiovascular system in the cardio. The quadriceps and glutes work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches?
None. Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches is a body weight exercise, so you can do it at home or anywhere with enough space.
How many sets and reps of Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches should I do?
Start with 1-3 rounds of 30-60 seconds. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches good for beginners?
It's rated intermediate. Beginners can work up to it once they control simpler cardio exercises.
How many calories does Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches burn?
About 8.6 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 7. Ten minutes of work is roughly 86 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Agility Ladder Skipping 2 Touches?
Other exercises for the cardiovascular system include Gym Elliptical Machine Fast Speed, Half Burpees, Battle Rope Alternating Arm Waves and Stationary Exercise Bike.
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