Skaters: Video Tutorial & Exercise Guide
| Workout | Skaters |
| Primary Muscle Group | Glutes |
| Secondary Muscle Group | Quads, Hamstrings, Calves |
| Equipment Required | None |
| Force Type | Bodyweight |
| Mechanics | Compound |
| Exercise Type | Cardio & Lower Body Strength |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
Skaters: Video Tutorial & Exercise Guide
Secondary Muscles Group
Skaters: Step-by-Step Guide
- Step 1: Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and knees slightly bent. Engage your core and keep your chest up. This sets you up for a balanced start.
- Step 2: Push off with your right foot and jump to the left. Land softly on your left foot, letting your right foot swing behind for balance. Keep your left arm in front to help you stay steady.
- Step 3: Push off with your left foot and jump to the right. Land softly on your right foot, letting your left foot swing behind. Use your right arm in front to balance as you move.
- Step 4: Keep alternating jumps from side to side. Focus on landing softly, staying low, and keeping your movements smooth and controlled.
- Step 5: Maintain a steady pace and keep your core engaged. Avoid rushing—let each jump feel controlled and powerful.
Skaters: Overview
Skaters mimic the motion of ice skating, giving you a powerful cardio and lower body workout. This exercise builds strength in your glutes, quads, and calves while improving your balance and coordination. Skaters add a fun, dynamic element to your routine, helping you feel strong and agile with every jump.
Skaters: Benefits
Skaters combine lower body strength with cardio, boosting your endurance and agility. This move strengthens your glutes and legs, enhances balance, and challenges your coordination. By adding Skaters to your workout, you’ll build explosive power and improve your overall fitness.
Skaters: Pro Tips & Advanced Techniques
- Stay Low: Keep your knees bent and stay low to engage your glutes and add intensity to each jump.
- Land Softly: Absorb each landing with a soft bend in your knee. This keeps your joints safe and the movement smooth.
- Pick Up Speed for Cardio: Once you feel comfortable, increase your speed to get your heart rate up and add a cardio challenge.
- Swing Your Arms for Balance: Use your arms to stay balanced and keep your rhythm. Let them flow naturally with each jump.
Skaters: Progression Plan
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Skaters: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What muscles do Skaters work?
+Skaters target the glutes, quads, and calves, strengthening your lower body and improving balance.
Can I add Skaters to any workout?
+Yes! Skaters work well in any cardio, lower body, or HIIT workout.
Will Skaters help improve my balance?
+Definitely. Skaters build core and lower body stability, which helps improve your balance and coordination.
How often should I do Skaters?
+Try adding Skaters 2-3 times a week, especially on cardio or leg-focused days.
What mistakes should I avoid?
+Avoid landing hard or letting your body twist. Focus on soft landings, staying low, and keeping your core engaged for smooth, controlled movements.
