Seated march
Also called chair march, seated knee lift
- Works
- Front of the hip · iliopsoas and rectus femoris
- Deep trunk · transversus abdominis
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Sit tall near the front of a sturdy chair with your feet flat.
Steps
- Lift one knee a few centimetres, then put the foot down.
- Lift the other knee.
- Keep a steady rhythm and swing your arms. Each lift counts as one rep.
Breathing
Breathe in a steady rhythm. At an easy pace you can still say a short sentence.
Where you feel it
In the front of your hips, and warmth in your legs.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back to lift the knee.
- Holding the breath.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.