Cardio · Body weight · Beginner
How to do Ski Step
The ski step is a dynamic, bodyweight exercise that mimics the motion of skiing. It involves lateral jumps from side to side, engaging the cardiovascular system while also working the lower body muscles.
- Primary muscle
- Cardiovascular system
- Also works
- Quadriceps, Hamstrings, Glutes and Calves
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Beginner
- Category
- Cardio
How to do Ski Step, step by step
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Bend your knees slightly and keep your back straight.
- Jump to the right, landing on your right foot while swinging your left leg behind your right leg.
- Immediately jump to the left, landing on your left foot while swinging your right leg behind your left leg.
- Continue alternating jumps from side to side, mimicking a skiing motion.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Muscles worked
Ski Step mainly trains your cardiovascular system, and also works your quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes and calves.
Track Ski Step in SPLYT
Ski Step is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.
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