Cricket: how to do it and muscles worked
The cricket mainly works your cardio, with help from your full body. You need simple equipment.
Muscles worked
How to do the cricket
- 1
Warm up with 5 to 10 minutes of jogging, arm circles and dynamic stretches. Wear proper shoes, and use pads, gloves and a helmet when batting or keeping.
- 2
Play your role with good technique: run in smoothly to bowl, stay low and balanced when fielding, or take a side-on stance with a relaxed grip when batting. Sprint between wickets when running.
- 3
Rest and drink water between overs and spells, especially in the heat.
Form tip: Protect your shoulder and back. Do not bowl or throw hard without warming up, and limit your bowling when you are tired.
Common questions
- Which muscles does the cricket work?
- The cricket mainly works your cardio. It also involves your full body.
- What equipment do I need for the cricket?
- You need simple equipment.
- How many sets and reps should I do?
- A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
- How do I track the cricket in SweatByte?
- Add it to a routine or a workout. Log how long you hold or perform each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.
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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.