Speed Ladder

Muscle Groups: Quads, Hips, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves

Speed Ladder focuses on Quads, Hips, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves, with Abs working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Speed Ladder with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Stand at one end of the speed ladder, facing its length, with your feet together.

  2. 2

    Step your right foot into the first square, then quickly follow with your left foot into the same square.

  3. 3

    Immediately step your right foot out of the first square and into the second square, followed by your left foot into the second square.

  4. 4

    Continue this 'two feet in, two feet out' pattern, moving quickly down the ladder.

  5. 5

    Pump your arms in coordination with your leg movements to maintain rhythm and speed.

  6. 6

    Move through all the squares of the ladder, maintaining quick, light steps.

Secondary Muscles

While Speed Ladder primarily targets Quads, Hips, Hamstrings, Glutes, Calves , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Speed Ladder, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Speed Ladder, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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