Alternating Standing Knee Raise

Standing Alternate Knee Raise (Plyometrics)

Starting Position:
1. Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.
2. Ensure your weight is balanced on both feet.
3. Engage your core by pulling your belly button towards your spine.
4. Place your hands on your hips or stretch them out in front of you for balance.

Movement Instructions:
1. Shift your weight onto your right foot.
2. As you do this, raise your left knee towards your chest, keeping your thigh parallel to the ground.
3. Hold this position briefly, ensuring your posture remains straight.
4. Lower your left leg back to the starting position.
5. Switch sides by shifting your weight onto your left foot and raising your right knee towards your chest.
6. Lower your right leg to complete the movement.

Repetitions:
- Complete 10-15 reps on each leg, alternating sides for a total of 3 sets.

Tips:
- Keep your movements controlled to maintain balance.
- Focus on engaging your core throughout the exercise to stabilize your body.
- If you’re new to this exercise, you can perform it at a slower pace until you feel comfortable with the movement.