Looking to increase your speed and endurance in your obstacle racing? EROCK from Tough Mudder puts together this week a quick 8-minute agility workout. Being agile is a key component to flowing through obstacles quickly and efficiently.
This at-home workout uses no special equipment other than you moving your body. It can be performed anywhere in your home you have enough room to stretch out. Before jumping into the workout be sure you have moved any furniture that might get in the way. Be sure to wear clothing you are able to comfortably move in before starting the video.
Tough Mudder 8-Minute Agility Workout
In addition to improving your agility, this short but intense workout will help you improve your speed and endurance when it comes to the race course. The constantly varied movements will have your heart pounding no matter your fitness level. How you prepare at home before your next Tough Mudder event, will directly translate to the course.
Tough Mudder 8 – Minute Agility Workout
Warm-up
30 Seconds of Jumping Jacks
30 Seconds Windmill Toe Touches
30 Seconds Pushups
30 Second Rest
Main Workout
Set 1
30 Seconds High Knees
30 Seconds Lateral High Knees
30 Seconds Lateral Quick Knee Burpees
30 Second Rest
Set 2
30 Seconds Standing Toe Touches
30 Seconds Reverse Lunges
30 Seconds High Skips (3 each leg then switch)
30 Seconds Rest
Set 3
30 Seconds Plank Shoulder Taps
30 Seconds Mountain Climbers
30 Seconds Tuck Jumps
30 Seconds Rest
As with any workout be sure to properly cool down after the workout with a stretch and before starting a new workout routine be sure to check in with your healthcare practitioner. Check back every Tuesday to Mud Run Guide for a different workout or training tips to conquer your favorite (or least favorite) obstacles.
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