Knee Thrust (female)

Knee Thrust demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart
  • 2Raise one knee towards your chest as high as possible
  • 3Lower your knee back to the starting position
  • 4Repeat the movement with the opposite leg
  • 5Continue alternating legs for your desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Engage your core throughout the movement
  • Keep your torso straight -- don't lean backwards as you raise your knee
  • Perform the movement quickly for a high-intensity workout
  • Breathe naturally, exhaling as you raise your knee and inhaling as you lower it

Knee Thrust Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs