Squat - knee lift

Technique

Sit back in squat position, hold and place your body weight on one foot. Push back up on one leg and lift opposite knee up to 90-degrees and hold 1-3 seconds. Sit back down directly and repeat on other side to complete one repetition.

Tips

Press down the heel into ground when pushing up for better balance.

Alternatives

Hold on to a chair or wall to get more support. Push up and extend the movement into a jump with knee lifted to make the exercise more challenging.

More info

Works mainly glutes and leg muscles.

Video

Caroline Nilsson is your personal trainer showing you how to do Squat - knee lift.

This exercise is 1 of 36 exercises that are included in the app Poworkout Trim & Tone.