Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire
The Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire mainly works the quads and calves / shins, with help from the glutes & hips and core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Upper Calf (gastrocnemius)
Secondary
Glutes (gluteus maximus); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
How to do the Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire
Setup
Stand with your feet parallel, hip-width apart, on a flat surface or yoga mat.
Engage your core while keeping your spine neutral.
Movement
Lower: Perform a shallow squat while keeping your heels on the ground.
Raise: As you return to a standing position, lift your heels off the ground to balance on your toes while simultaneously reaching your arms straight overhead.
Tuck: Slowly shift your weight onto one leg, lifting the other knee toward your chest while maintaining the balance on your toes.
Repeat: Return to the starting position and alternate the knee lift with each repetition, ensuring controlled movement and constant core engagement.
Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire FAQs
What muscles does the Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire work?
The Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire mainly works the quads and calves / shins, with help from the glutes & hips and core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gastrocnemius.
What equipment do you need for the Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire?
None. The Parallel Plie with Rise to Retire is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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