WATER MARCHING - HIGH KNEES
Improve cardiovascular fitness and lower body strength through high-knee marching movements.
How to Perform
- Stand in shoulder-high water with feet shoulder-width apart and spine neutral.
- March in place, lifting one foot and then the other, raising the knees high.
- Push the opposite arm out in front of you with each step.
- Maintain an upright posture and steady breathing rhythm.
- Continue for prescribed duration at a comfortable pace.
Key Execution Cues
Remember: Lift knees high. Coordinate opposite arm and leg movements. Maintain steady rhythm. Breathe continuously.
Safety & Precautions
Important: Avoid if acute hip or knee injury. Modify if experiencing balance issues.
Additional Safety Notes: Maintain balance throughout. Stop if you experience pain. Use wall support if needed.
Exercise Modifications
Make it Harder (Progressions)
Increase duration. Increase movement speed. Increase knee lift height.
Make it Easier (Regressions)
Decrease duration. Decrease movement speed. Lower knee lift height.