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Standing Knee Raise

The standing knee raise lifts one knee toward your chest while you stand.

Full Body / Functional

What this exercise does

The standing knee raise lifts one knee toward your chest while you stand. It strengthens the hip flexors and core and trains balance on one leg.

At a glance

Muscles worked
Hip Flexors, Core
Experience
Beginner
Equipment
No Equipment

How to do it

  1. Stand tall, one hand on a counter or chair back.
  2. Lift your right knee to hip height.
  3. Hold for 2 seconds.
  4. Lower slowly.
  5. Do 8 to 10 reps, then switch legs.

Common mistakes

  • Leaning back.
  • Looking down.
  • Swinging the leg.

Make it easier or harder

Make it easier

Lift the knee only a few inches.

Make it harder

Hold for 5 seconds or let go of the support.

Keep it safe

Keep a hand near the counter. Stop if you feel any pinch in the hip.

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