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Standing Balance Hip Flexion

Quads AbsGlutes Isolation Bodyweight
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How to do it

Starting position

  1. Stand where you can hold onto a chair or a wall.
  2. Shift your weight onto one foot and bend your knee slightly.
  3. Fix your gaze on a point in front of you.

Movement

  1. Slowly lift your opposite leg forward.
  2. Control any wobbling and hold the position.
  3. Lower your leg and do the other side.

Breathing

Don't hold your breath; breathe comfortably.

Trainer tips

  • Stand on one foot and lift the opposite leg forward
  • Grip the floor firmly with your supporting foot
  • Fix your gaze on a point in front of you

Cautions

  • If you feel unsteady, you can put both feet down right away.
  • Keep a chair or wall within arm's reach.
  • Leaning the upper body backward

Exercise info

Primary musclesQuads
Secondary musclesAbs · Glutes
EquipmentBodyweight
Movement patternBalance
Recommended time20 sec–40 sec (one side at a time)
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This information is based on our analysis of public content from evidence-based training experts in Korea and abroad. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Weights and sets differ from person to person. The GYMKC app uses the sets you log to calculate the weight and reps for your next set.