Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike
Boost cardio & coordination with Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike! Targets core, legs, & obliques. Get moving!
The Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike is a compound exercise that mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Hip Adductors
Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike
Starting Position:
Stand tall with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart.
Keep your toes pointed slightly outward.
Engage your core by pulling your belly button in towards your spine.
Allow your arms to hang at your sides or place your hands on your hips.
Movement Execution:
Begin by shifting your weight onto your right leg.
Raise your left knee towards your chest as you simultaneously twist your upper body to the right.
As you bring your knee up, try to touch it with your right elbow for an added challenge.
Quickly return to the starting position by lowering your left leg and untwisting your torso.
Alternate Sides:
Repeat the movement by shifting your weight to your left leg.
Raise your right knee towards your chest while twisting your upper body to the left.
Touch your left elbow to your right knee if possible, then return to the starting position.
Repetitions:
Aim to perform 10-15 repetitions on each side.
Focus on maintaining a steady rhythm while keeping your movements controlled.
Tips:
Keep your movements quick to engage the plyometric aspect of the exercise.
Maintain proper form by keeping your back straight and core engaged throughout.
Gradually increase the speed and intensity as you become more comfortable with the movement.
Cool Down:
After completing your repetitions, take a moment to stretch your legs and hips to avoid stiffness.
Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike work?
The Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike?
None. The Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
Is the Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Standing Wide-Stance Air Bike variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Forward-Step Air Bike, Jumping Air Bike, Resistance-Band Air Bike and Bodyweight Shrimp Squat.
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