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Turning Techniques for Shuttle Runs

Published Jan,17 2012 | By Kristen May

Shuttle runs test your agility and athleticism as you complete a series of short sprints with 180 degree turns between each sprint. A similar exercise, called a beep test, requires you to complete each sprint before a beep sounds.