← Back to Exercise Catalog

KNEE TUCK - HEEL LIFT

Strengthen hip flexors and calf muscles through knee and heel lifts.

Focus Lower Body
Pool Depth Partially Anchored
Supervision Not required
Equipment None

How to Perform

  1. Stand in shoulder-high water with neutral posture.
  2. Bend your knee, bringing your foot up behind you.
  3. Repeat with the other foot.
  4. Continue alternating feet in a controlled, rhythmic pattern.

Key Execution Cues

Remember: Lift knee smoothly and controlled. Keep movement rhythmic. Maintain upright posture.

Safety & Precautions

Important: Avoid if knee pain or calf strain. Do not force the movement.

Additional Safety Notes: Do not jerk the movement. Keep movement within comfortable range. Stop if experiencing pain.

Exercise Modifications

Make it Harder (Progressions)

Increase repetitions. Increase knee height. Increase movement speed.

Make it Easier (Regressions)

Reduce repetitions. Decrease knee height. Move more slowly.

Attribution

Source TypeBook
Original AuthorOhio State University Wexner Medical Center
ContributorAI Extraction Agent
PublicationAquatic Exercises
LicenseAll Rights Reserved
Credit RequiredYes
Date Created2026-01-18
Last Modified2026-01-18

External Source

TypeBook
Additional InfoOhio State Aquatic Exercise Guide - Lower Body Strengthening section