Standing Push & Toe-Tap
Get moving with Standing Push & Toe-Tap! A fun, low-impact exercise to boost coordination, balance, & strength.
The Standing Push & Toe-Tap mainly works the core and quads, with help from the glutes & hips. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

Standing Push & Toe-Tap Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Quads (quadriceps femoris)
Secondary
Obliques; Glutes (gluteus maximus)
Standing Push & Toe-Tap Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Push & Toe-Tap
Starting Position:
Stand upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Keep your arms bent at the elbows and close to your body, hands in front of you at chest level.
Movement:
Begin by slightly bending your knees and engaging your core for stability.
Swing your arms upward and push your body slightly upwards as you simultaneously lift your right knee toward your chest.
As your knee comes up, bring your right hand down to tap your right foot.
Return to Starting Position:
Lower your right leg back to the starting position while bringing your arms back down to the initial bent position.
Repeat on the Other Side:
Perform the same movement with your left knee and left hand, lifting your left knee toward your chest and tapping your left foot.
Repetitions:
Alternate between sides for a set number of repetitions, aiming for 10-15 reps on each side.
Breathing:
Inhale as you prepare and exhale when you push up and lift your knee.
Tips:
Keep your movements controlled to maintain balance.
Focus on engaging your core throughout the exercise to support your back.
Adjust the height of your knee tap according to your flexibility and comfort level.
This exercise helps to build coordination, balance, and lower body strength.
Standing Push & Toe-Tap FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Push & Toe-Tap work?
The Standing Push & Toe-Tap mainly works the core and quads, with help from the glutes & hips. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and quadriceps femoris.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Push & Toe-Tap?
None. The Standing Push & Toe-Tap is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Standing Push & Toe-Tap go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Standing Push & Toe-Tap variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Arm-Forward Swing Heel-Tap, Back Cross-Over Foot-Tap, Bodyweight Knee to Hand Tap and Foot Front Tap.
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