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Alternating Standing Side Knee Ballerina Drive

Work your core and improve balance with this fun, ballet-inspired exercise! Tone your obliques and legs with each rep.

Instructions

Standing Ballerina Alternate Side Knee Drive

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.

    • Engage your core and keep your back straight.

    • Raise both arms overhead, reaching for the ceiling with your fingers.

  2. Initiate the Movement:

    • As you balance on your right leg, lift your left knee towards your chest.

    • Simultaneously, bend your body slightly to the right, creating an arc with your left arm reaching over your head.

  3. Alternate Side:

    • Lower your left leg back down to the starting position.

    • Return to an upright position.

    • Repeat the movement on the opposite side: lift your right knee while bending your body to the left, and reach your right arm over your head.

  4. Repetitions:

    • Continue alternating sides for 10-15 repetitions on each leg.

  5. Tips:

    • Keep your movements controlled and maintain your balance.

    • Focus on engaging your core muscles for stability.

    • If you find it difficult to balance, you can use a chair or wall for support until you gain confidence.