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Alternating Cross-Arm Leg Lift

Work your core & improve balance! Twist & lift for a full-body workout. Simple, effective, & no equipment needed.

Instructions

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

    • Keep your arms crossed over your chest, with your elbows bent and hands resting on your shoulders.

  2. Movement:

    • Begin by lifting your right knee towards your chest while simultaneously keeping your left foot grounded.

    • As you lift your knee, twist your upper body slightly to the right.

    • Lower your right knee back down to the starting position.

    • Repeat the movement with your left knee, lifting it towards your chest and twisting your upper body to the left.

  3. Repetitions:

    • Aim for 10-15 repetitions on each leg, alternating back and forth.

  4. Form Tips:

    • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise.

    • Maintain an upright posture, avoiding leaning forward or backward.

    • Move in a controlled manner to maintain balance.

  5. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you lift your knee and twist your body.

    • Exhale when you return to the starting position.

  6. Progressions:

    • To make the exercise more challenging, incorporate a small hop as you lift your knee, adding a plyometric element to the movement.