LEG LIFT - FORWARD
Strengthen quadriceps and hip flexor muscles through forward leg lift movements.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with feet together and knees straight.
- Move your right foot out in front of you, keeping your knee straight and toes up.
- Hold and then return to starting position.
- Repeat and then do the same exercise with the left foot.
- Complete prescribed repetitions on both sides.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Keep knee straight. Move foot forward slowly and deliberately. Feel the quadriceps working.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if acute leg or hip injury. Do not lift beyond comfortable range. Modify if experiencing hip or knee pain.
Additional Safety Notes: Do not force the movement. Stop if you experience pain. Keep movements smooth.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase repetitions. Increase movement speed. Increase range of motion.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Decrease repetitions. Decrease range of motion. Slower movement pace.