Alternating Knee Thrust (female)

Alternating Knee Thrust demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Raise your right knee up towards your chest as you extend your left arm forward
  • 3Lower your right knee and return to starting position
  • 4Repeat the movement with your left knee and right arm
  • 5Continue alternating for the duration of the exercise

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise
  • Drive your knee up until it's at hip height
  • Do not lean back while lifting your knee
  • Maintain a brisk pace to keep your heart rate raised

Alternating Knee Thrust Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs