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Track & Field

3-Step Rhythm Hurdle Drill

Build a consistent 3-step pattern between hurdles

10 min
4 x 5 hurdles
Intermediate
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Set hurdles at a spacing that allows exactly three steps between each.
  2. 2Run the pattern at moderate speed, counting the steps out loud.
  3. 3Keep the same lead leg every time and note any inconsistent step count.

What to focus on

An identical, repeatable step count and lead leg between every hurdle.

Common mistake

Alternating lead legs or adding an extra step under fatigue.