Elevated Knee Touch

TARGETS: Arms & Core

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KEY POINTS FOR THE ELEVATED KNEE TOUCH EXERCISE
  • Start in plank position with your feet on the plyo platform.
  • Tighten your core and push through your shoulders bringing one knee towards your elbow.
  • Return your leg to the plyo platform and repeat on opposite side.
  • Repeat until tired.

Start in a plank position with your feet on the plyo platform and your hands on the floor in front of you.

Tighten your core and push through your shoulders, then bring one knee towards your elbow on the same side. 

Return your leg towards the starting position and repeat on the other side.

Repeat the exercise movement for as many repetitions as possible.

Elevated knee touches is simply running fast in place while in a plank form. This move engages your core muscles to build a stronger abdominal area, as well as works your cardiovascular system depending on how fast you move your legs. Overall, elevated knee touches are good for your core strength.