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CORE · COMPOUND

Standing Knee Raise

A standing knee-raise drill for trunk control and hip flexor strength.

Primary musclesCore, Hip flexors
Secondary musclesQuads
EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyBeginner · Hip Flexion
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How to perform

  1. Stand tall and brace lightly.
  2. Lift one knee toward the torso without leaning backward.
  3. Lower slowly and alternate sides.

Tips

  • Control the movement and use a range you can repeat consistently.
  • Choose a load or variation that lets you keep the core as the intended focus.

Common mistakes

  • Using more load or speed than you can control.
  • Losing stable body position during the difficult portion.

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