Standing March with Shoulder Extension
Get moving with this low-impact exercise! Tone your core, legs and shoulders, all while improving coordination. Perfect for any fitness level.
The Standing March with Shoulder Extension is a compound exercise that mainly works the core and calves / shins, with help from the glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing March with Shoulder Extension Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Upper Calf (gastrocnemius)
Secondary
Obliques; Long Thigh (sartorius)
Standing March with Shoulder Extension Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing March with Shoulder Extension
Begin by standing upright with your feet at hip-width apart and your arms straight and raised overhead.
Engage your core by contracting your abdominal muscles.
Lift your right knee up towards your chest while keeping your left leg straight and on the ground.
Simultaneously, bring your arms down to shoulder height as you lift your knee.
Lower your right leg and your arms back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
Repeat this movement with your left knee and continue to alternate legs.
Maintain an upright posture and controlled movements throughout the exercise.
Perform the exercise for a set number of repetitions or for a specific duration, aiming for smooth and coordinated movements.
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Standing March with Shoulder Extension FAQs
What muscles does the Standing March with Shoulder Extension work?
The Standing March with Shoulder Extension mainly works the core and calves / shins, with help from the glutes & hips. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and gastrocnemius.
What equipment do you need for the Standing March with Shoulder Extension?
None. The Standing March with Shoulder Extension is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Standing March with Shoulder Extension a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What are some Standing March with Shoulder Extension variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Arm Flap March, Palm & Knee March, March-In-Place Bicep Curl and In-Place Marching.
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