Appears in642 Workouts*

Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck

Tap, tuck, and tone! Boost balance & core with this standing exercise.

The Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck mainly works the core, with help from the quads. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

Ms. Grey
JustGains_XX
@JustGains_XX

Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)

Secondary

Obliques; Quads (quadriceps femoris)

Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck Variations and Alternatives

How to do the Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck

Standing Alternating Front Feet Tap to Knee Tuck

Positioning

1. Start Position:

  • Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.

  • Place your hands behind your head with elbows pointing out to the sides.

  • Keep your core engaged and back straight.

Movement

  1. Foot Taps:

    • Lift your right foot off the ground and tap it in front of you.

    • Focus on maintaining balance and stability in your standing leg.

    • Return your right foot to the ground and repeat with your left foot.

  2. Knee Tucks:

    • After tapping your foot in front, lift the same leg (right or left) at a 90-degree angle toward your chest.

    • Your knee should come up while your foot stays flexed.

    • Lower your leg back down to the starting position.

  3. Repeating:

    • Alternate between the right and left legs.

    • Continue tapping and tucking for a set duration or number of repetitions (e.g., 10-15 reps per side).

Tips

  • Maintain a steady rhythm, and breathe normally throughout.

  • Focus on using your core to control the movement.

  • If needed, hold onto a chair or wall for balance.

Conclusion

  • Finish by slowly lowering your arms and standing tall, taking a moment to catch your breath before moving on to your next exercise.

Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck FAQs

What muscles does the Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck work?

The Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck 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 Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck?

None. The Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Alternating Standing Foot Front Tap to Knee-Tuck variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Bodyweight Knee to Hand Tap, Foot Front Tap, Front Cross-Over Foot-Tap and Front-Leg Lift Under-Knee Tap.

Training calculators

Work out the numbers behind your training before your next session.