Knee Hand Up
Boost coordination & core strength with Knee Hand Up! This simple exercise improves balance and adds cardio when done at a faster pace.
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2. Raise your arms above your head, keeping them straight and close to your ears. This is your starting position.
3. Engage your core muscles to maintain balance and stability throughout the movement.
4. Lift your right knee up towards your chest while keeping your arms raised.
5. Lower your right leg back to the starting position.
6. Lift your left knee up towards your chest, again maintaining your arms in the raised position.
7. Lower your left leg back to the starting position.
8. Continue alternating knee lifts while keeping your arms raised throughout the set.
9. Focus on maintaining an upright posture and avoid leaning too far forward or back.
10. Perform the exercise for the desired number of repetitions or sets, or for a set duration of time.
This exercise can help improve coordination, core strength, and balance. It can also get your heart rate up if performed at a brisk pace, adding a cardio component to the activity.