Standing Knee Raise
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- Hips & Buttocks
- Hip flexor strength
Overview
The standing knee raise strengthens the hip flexors and core muscles. The standing knee raise is a core stability exercise that activates the deep abdominals. The hip flexors and hip abductors of the stationary leg help stabilize the pelvis. Perform this exercise at the office, home, or gym.
Description
- Keeping your chest up at all time, stand with both feet about hip width.
- Lift one knee up as high as you can without bending your torso or leaning any direction.
- Maintain your balance.
- Return the leg to the ground.
Mistakes
- Rounding the lower back