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Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift

Balance & strengthen with alternating arm & hamstring lifts! Improve coordination & stability in this full-body exercise.

The Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift mainly works the hamstrings and glutes & hips, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift Muscles Worked

Primary

Hamstrings; Glutes (gluteus maximus)

Secondary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques

How to do the Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

    • Maintain a slight bend in your knees.

    • Engage your core for stability.

    • Keep your arms relaxed at your sides.

  2. First Movement:

    • Shift your weight onto your right leg.

    • Lift your left leg behind you, keeping it straight and squeezing your hamstring.

    • Raise your right arm above your head while keeping your left arm down.

  3. Transition:

    • As you bring your left leg down, lower your right arm back to your side.

    • Shift your weight to your left leg.

  4. Second Movement:

    • Lift your right leg behind you, again keeping it straight and pressing your hamstring.

    • Raise your left arm above your head while keeping your right arm down.

  5. Repeat:

    • Continue alternating between lifting your legs and raising your arms.

    • Aim for a smooth motion, and maintain balance as you switch sides.

  6. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you lift your arm and leg.

    • Exhale as you lower them back down.

  7. Tips:

    • Start slowly to master your balance, then gradually increase your speed.

    • Focus on keeping your posture upright.

    • If needed, you can use a wall or chair for support until you feel comfortable with the movement.

  8. Duration:

    • Perform this exercise for 30 seconds to 1 minute, depending on your fitness level.

Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift FAQs

What muscles does the Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift work?

The Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift mainly works the hamstrings and glutes & hips, with help from the core. The main muscles are the hamstrings and gluteus maximus.

What equipment do you need for the Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift?

None. The Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Alternating Arm & Hamstring Lift variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Alternating Forward-Step with Arm Swing, Alternating Hamstring Sky Punch Curl, Alternating Arm Circles Leg Lift and Alternating Hamstring Curl Jack.

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