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Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap

Boost coordination! Clap under your knees while seated. A fun, core-engaging exercise you can do anywhere.

The Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap mainly works the core, with help from the quads. You'll need: chair.

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Required Equipment

Chair
Chair

Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)

Secondary

Obliques; Quads (quadriceps femoris)

How to do the Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap

Seated Under Knee Clap on a Chair

Positioning:

  1. Sit on the edge of the chair with your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart.

  2. Keep your back straight and engage your core.

  3. Raise your arms above your head, keeping your elbows slightly bent.

Movement:

  1. While keeping your core engaged, lift one knee towards your chest.

  2. As you bring your knee up, clap your hands underneath the raised knee.

  3. Lower the knee back to the starting position and repeat the movement with the other leg.

  4. Continue alternating legs, clapping hands under the knee each time it is lifted.

  5. Aim for a controlled movement, focusing on your core stability and coordination.

Repetitions:

  • Perform 10-15 repetitions on each leg, or as many as you feel comfortable with. Take breaks if needed.

Tips:

  • Keep your movements slow and controlled to maintain balance.

  • Focus on engaging your core throughout the exercise to enhance stability and strength.

  • Make sure the chair is stable and does not slide during the exercise.

Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap FAQs

What muscles does the Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap work?

The Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap mainly works the core, with help from the quads. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and iliopsoas.

What equipment do you need for the Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap?

Chair.

What are some Chair Seated Under-Knee Clap variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Chair Floating Run, Chair Flutter, Front to Under-Knee Clap and Overhead Under-Knee Clap.

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