Side-To-Front Knee Up
Boost core strength & coordination with Side-To-Front Knee Ups! Target abs, hips, & improve stability with this dynamic exercise.
The Side-To-Front Knee Up mainly works the core, with help from the quads. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Side-To-Front Knee Up Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Obliques; Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Side-To-Front Knee Up Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Side-To-Front Knee Up
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart and place your hands behind your head, elbows flared out to the sides.
Shift your weight to one leg. Begin the exercise by lifting the opposite knee up to the side, attempting to bring it to hip height while keeping your upper body straight.
After pausing briefly with the knee raised to the side, smoothly transition the knee to the front by moving it across the midline of your body.
Hold the knee in front of you for a brief moment. This is where the abdominal and hip flexor engagement is maximized.
Return your leg to the starting position, ensuring controlled movement throughout the exercise.
Repeat the knee raise, first to the side, then to the front, for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Once all repetitions are completed on one leg, repeat the same number of repetitions for the opposite leg.
Rest for the prescribed time before performing the next set.
Ensure to maintain good posture throughout the exercise, keeping the core engaged to provide stability and enhance the involvement of the targeted muscle groups. This exercise can improve core strength, stability, and coordination.
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Side-To-Front Knee Up FAQs
What muscles does the Side-To-Front Knee Up work?
The Side-To-Front Knee Up mainly works the core, with help from the quads. The main muscles are the iliopsoas and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Side-To-Front Knee Up?
None. The Side-To-Front Knee Up is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Side-To-Front Knee Up variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Front-Leg Crossed-Arm Kick, Foot Fixed Sit-Up Stand, Knee Front-Side Drive and Front-Leg Lift Under-Knee Tap.
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