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Yoke Walk

Main muscles
Quads
Also works
Abs, Abductors, Adductors, Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings, Lower back
Level
Intermediate
Type
Compound

How to do it

  1. The yoke is usually done with a yoke apparatus, but is sometimes seen with refrigerators or other heavy objects.
  2. Begin by racking the apparatus across the back of the shoulders. With your head looking forward and back arched, lift the yoke by driving through the heels.
  3. Begin walking as quickly as possible using short, quick steps. You may hold the side posts of the yoke to help steady it and hold it in position. Continue for the given distance as fast as possible, usually 75-100 feet.

Quick answers

What muscles does the Yoke Walk work?
Mainly the quads, with help from the abs, abductors, adductors, calves, glutes, hamstrings, lower back.
What equipment do I need?
Other equipment.
Is it good for beginners?
It is rated intermediate level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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