Lateral Swing and Knee Raise (female)

Lateral Swing and Knee Raise demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Swing one leg to the side and then bend the knee and raise it towards your chest
  • 3Lower the leg and then swing the other leg to the side, repeating the knee raise
  • 4Alternate legs and keep the movement fluid
  • 5Maintain a tall posture throughout

Tips:

  • Keep your core engaged for stability
  • Move with control and don't swing your legs wildly
  • Breath rhythmically; inhale upon leg down and exhale on the knee raise
  • To increase difficulty, perform the exercise faster

Lateral Swing and Knee Raise Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs