Equipment Required:

None.

Starting Position:

Stand with back straight, feet placed shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent and abdominal muscles contracted to ensure torso stabilization.

Actions To Execute Exercise:

Lift one knee, placing hands under the thigh.
Hold; return to starting position. (If necessary, use a wall for additional support and balance.)
Repeat with other leg.

What The Exercise Does:

Stretches the lower back, buttocks and back thighs.

Precautions / Contraindications

To make this exercise more metabolic, alternately lift the knees. This further increases lower body range of motion and muscle temperature.

Fitness Training Tips:

Keep a slight bend in knee of supporting leg when lifting opposite knee.
Maintain erect posture.