Pickleball Warm-Up: Best Lower Body Moves

Get Your Body Game-Ready: Lower Body Warm-Up for Pickleball

Just finished watching the video? Now you know how important a good dynamic warm-up is before hitting the pickleball court. These quick, intentional lower body exercises are designed to activate your muscles, boost performance, and reduce your risk of injury – all in just a few minutes.

From walking hamstring scoops to high skips and quick hops, each movement targets key muscle groups like your glutes, quads, hip flexors, and calves – prepping your body for the demands of fast lateral movements, quick bursts, and net play.

Here’s what this warm-up delivers:
✅ Improved mobility and flexibility
✅ Enhanced power and reaction time
✅ Better balance and coordination
✅ Reduced risk of strains and sprains

Whether you’re warming up for casual play or competition, these drills help you feel more explosive and confident on the court. Bonus: If you’ve got balance or joint issues, there are easy ways to modify using a fence or wall.

Keep this routine in your back pocket before every match – your body (and your game) will thank you!

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