Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap
The Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Obliques; Hip Adductors
How to do the Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap
Stand tall facing a sturdy wall and place your fingertips lightly against it for balance.
Engage your core and lift your right knee upward while bringing your right hand down to gently tap your right ankle.
Return your right foot to the floor with control while maintaining an upright posture.
Lift your left knee upward and reach across or down with your left hand to tap your left ankle.
Continue alternating sides smoothly for the desired number of repetitions.
Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap work?
The Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap?
None. The Alternating Wall-Supported Standing Ankle Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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