Alternating Knee Raise with Hand Touch: how to do it

How to perform it

Stand upright with your abs engaged and your feet hip-width apart.
Position your hands in front of your body at a comfortable height to serve as a target.
Begin by raising one knee toward the opposite hand or toward the hand positioned in front, in a controlled motion.
Touch or bring the knee close to the hand without excessively rounding your torso.
Return the leg to the floor with control and repeat on the opposite side.
Keep your supporting leg firm, torso stable, and pace steady throughout the exercise.
Avoid using excessive momentum or losing body alignment with each side switch.
Exhale as you raise the knee and inhale as you return.

What you should feel

Work in the abs, hip flexors, and legs, with core participation for stabilization. The effort should remain coordinated and continuous, without pain in the lower back, hips, or knees.

Groups mentioned in the description

Abs Legs

Exercise questions

How do you perform Alternating Knee Raise with Hand Touch?

Stand upright with your abs engaged and your feet hip-width apart. Position your hands in front of your body at a comfortable height to serve as a target. Begin by raising one knee toward the opposite hand or toward the hand positioned in front, in a controlled motion. Touch or bring the knee close to the hand without excessively rounding your torso. Return the leg to the floor with control and repeat on the opposite side. Keep your supporting leg firm, torso stable, and pace steady throughout the exercise. Avoid using excessive momentum or losing body alignment with each side switch. Exhale as you raise the knee and inhale as you return.

What does Alternating Knee Raise with Hand Touch work?

Rhythmic knee raises to work the abs, hip flexors, and legs while combining coordination, stability, and body control.

What should you feel during Alternating Knee Raise with Hand Touch?

Work in the abs, hip flexors, and legs, with core participation for stabilization. The effort should remain coordinated and continuous, without pain in the lower back, hips, or knees.

The guidance above organizes the content from the Athletic Station exercise base. Adapt the movement to your individual condition and stop if you experience pain.