Standing knee raise
Also called standing knee lift, standing hip flexion
- Works
- Front of the hip · iliopsoas and rectus femoris
- Deep trunk · transversus abdominis
- Side of the hip · gluteus medius and minimus
- Needs
- No equipment
Setup
Stand tall beside a wall and touch it lightly for balance.
Steps
- Lift one knee to hip height.
- Hold for two seconds.
- Lower it slowly and change legs. Each lift counts as one rep.
Breathing
Breathe out as you move. Breathe in as you come back.
Where you feel it
In the front of the lifted hip and the side of the standing hip.
Common mistakes
- Leaning back.
- Leaning on the wall.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.