Weighted Knee Raises
Muscle Groups: Hips, Quads
Weighted Knee Raises focuses on Hips, Quads.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Knee Raises with proper form and technique.
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Sit on the edge of a sturdy bench or chair with your back straight and feet flat on the floor.
- 2
Place a dumbbell between your feet, securing it firmly with your ankles.
- 3
Engage your core and slowly lift your knees towards your chest, bringing the dumbbell with them.
- 4
Pause briefly at the top when your thighs are parallel to the floor or higher, feeling the contraction in your hips and quads.
- 5
Slowly lower your feet back to the starting position, controlling the movement and keeping the dumbbell secure.
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