Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap
Improve coordination & core strength! Alternate clapping under raised knees & overhead while seated. Great for all fitness levels.
The Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap mainly works the core and back. You'll need: chair.
Required Equipment
Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Boxer Muscle (serratus anterior)
Secondary
Obliques; Lats (latissimus dorsi)
Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap
Sitting Alternate Overhead Under Knee Clap on a Chair
Positioning:
Sit up straight on a sturdy chair with your back against the backrest.
Keep your feet flat on the ground, hip-width apart.
Extend your arms out to the sides at shoulder height, parallel to the ground.
Movement:
Begin by raising your right knee towards your chest while clapping your hands together underneath your knee.
Lower your right leg and arms back to the starting position.
Repeat the movement with your left knee, raising it towards your chest while clapping your hands underneath.
Alternate between the right and left sides for the desired number of repetitions.
Tips:
Engage your core throughout the exercise for stability.
Keep your movements controlled to avoid straining.
Focus on good posture by keeping your shoulders back and down.
Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap work?
The Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap mainly works the core and back. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and serratus anterior.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap?
Chair.
What are some Alternating Chair Seated Overhead Under-Knee Clap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Overhead Hamstring Clap Curl, Chair Arm & Knee Raises Circle, Front to Under-Knee Clap and Overhead Leg Raise with Under-Knee Clap.
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