How to do it
Press through the ball of your standing foot and keep that leg active.
- 1
Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and arms at your sides.
- 2
Raise one knee towards your chest while keeping your back straight.
- 3
Lower your leg back to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat with the other leg.
- 5
Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Engage your core and maintain an upright posture to maximize the engagement of your lower body muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Hiking the standing hip during the lift
- ✕Curling the spine forward to meet the knee
- ✕Dropping the foot down without control