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Single-Cone Sprint Drill

How to do the Single-Cone Sprint Drill with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.

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Primary muscles

Quads

Secondary

Calves, Glutes, Hamstrings

Equipment

Other

Step by step

How to do the Single-Cone Sprint Drill

  1. 1

    This drill teaches quick foot action. You need a single cone. Begin standing next to the cone with one arm back and one arm forward.

  2. 2

    Chop the feet as quickly as possible, blocking with the arms. Circle the cone, keep your knees up, with violent foot action.

  3. 3

    Rest after three trips around the cone.

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Every Single-Cone Sprint Drill set you log feeds Ascend's anatomy heatmap, so your quads volume is visible at a glance, and counts toward your bodyweight-strength tier.

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Where the Single-Cone Sprint Drill fits

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FAQ

Single-Cone Sprint Drill: common questions

What muscles does the Single-Cone Sprint Drill work?

The Single-Cone Sprint Drill primarily works the Quads. It also recruits the Calves, Glutes and Hamstrings as supporting muscles.

Is the Single-Cone Sprint Drill suitable for beginners?

Yes. The Single-Cone Sprint Drill is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.

How do I do the Single-Cone Sprint Drill with correct form?

This drill teaches quick foot action. You need a single cone. Begin standing next to the cone with one arm back and one arm forward. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.

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