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PURPOSE
The Criss Cross is the fifth exercise in Running Drill 2.
This exercise increases mobility, coordination, and strength in the muscles of the hips and legs in multiple planes of movement.
The figure above breaks down the exercise as an individual Soldier conducts it:
STARTING POSITION
The starting position is the Straddle Stance position.
COUNT
● From the starting position, jump while crossing the left foot over the right to land with the feet crossed.
Land on the balls of the feet, progressing to the heels.
● Immediately jump again to cross the right foot in front of the left before landing.
REPETITIONS
● Repeat 5–10 times before pausing in the starting position.
Run a short distance or for 3–5 seconds.
● Progress to faster step cadence as skill improves.
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Born and raised in Bozeman, Montana, he graduated from George State University with an MBA in Actuarial Science. His hobbies include beach volleyball, hiking, fishing, and lifting weights
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