Count your hurdles out loud (both ascending and descending numbers) and remember to pause on one leg before moving back to the beginning. Continue this until all five to 10 hurdles have been traveled (1, 1 2, 1 2 3, 1 2 3 4, etc.). Then move over the first two hurdles, pause and go back to the start. Moving laterally, start by going over the first hurdle with a high step and pausing in a stork stance before moving back to the starting position. Using either 6- or 12-inch hurdles (these can be cones, yoga blocks or whatever you have on hand), set five to 10 hurdles up in a row, parallel to each other. It might seem simple, but this move will get your heart rate up and your brain working. Once you have this move mastered, speed it up and recite the words to your favorite song, the alphabet or the pledge of allegiance as you move through the ladder. To target your upper body, move through the ladder with your hands while maintaining a push-up position. For example, you might start with a high-knee march forward through each box, and then progress to a lateral scissor if you’re more advanced. Using an agility ladder, select a method of moving through the ladder. Be sure to check out all the benefits of agility training. Here are six exercises that you can do to be quick on your toes and sharp as a tack.
As we age, or just become complacent in our daily routines, both our mental and physical agility suffers. This describes both physical and mental agility. Agility is the ability to move quickly and change direction with ease. Whether you are a stay-at-home mom, weekend warrior or grandfather-in-training, agility exercises should be an important part of your workout routine.