A Skips - Running warm up drill
Exercise Overview
A-skips are a dynamic running drill that helps train knee drive, foot strike timing, and coordinated sprint mechanics. They are commonly used in warm-ups to improve neuromuscular control, running posture, and lower-limb rhythm before faster athletic activity.
Muscles Involved
iliopsoasrectus femorisgluteus maximusgluteus mediushamstringsquadricepsgastrocnemiussoleustibialis anteriorcore stabilizers
Related Conditions
running gait retrainingsprint mechanics deficitspoor neuromuscular coordinationreduced dynamic warm-up readinessreturn to running progressionhip flexor weaknesslower extremity athletic movement dysfunction