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AMRAP 12
8 controlled reps
10 bodyweight reps
200m easy run or 60 sec cardio
Cardio & Jump Rope
Fast March — Simple Warm-Up Guide
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By Borja Bes — CrossFit Athlete & Hyrox Finisher
The fast march is a low-impact temperature builder that uses purposeful arm swing and knee drive without jumping. It is useful when running is unavailable, when impact needs to stay low, or as the first step before high knees. Use it to raise temperature, rehearse clean positions, and prepare the joints without creating fatigue before the main workout.
Quick answer
Fast March is best used when the workout goal matches its main demand: cardio & jump rope capacity, clean mechanics, and scalable intensity.
Muscles Worked
Hip flexorsQuadricepsCalvesCore
Equipment
None
Best For, Avoid If, and Scaling
| Best for | Cardio & Jump Rope WODs, skill practice, and athletes who can keep fast march mechanics consistent under fatigue. |
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| Avoid if | Pain changes your movement pattern, fatigue makes reps sloppy, or the workout asks for a standard you cannot repeat safely. |
| Scaling | Slow the cadence and hold a stable support. |
How to Do the Fast March
1
Stand tall with feet under the hips.
2
Lift one knee while driving the opposite arm forward.
3
Place the foot down quietly beneath the body.
4
Alternate sides at a brisk, controlled rhythm.
Common Mistakes
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Leaning backward as the knee lifts.
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Taking long steps that land in front of the body.
Coaching Tips
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Stay tall and make the arms purposeful.
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Choose a pace that warms you without losing balance.
Scaling Options
Easier / Beginner
Slow the cadence and hold a stable support.
Harder / Advanced
Progress to high knees or short marching intervals with faster arm drive.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How should Fast March feel?
You should feel warmer and move more freely, but not tired. Keep the range controlled and reduce it if you feel pinching or sharp pain.
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