About this exercise
A standing balance and coordination drill where you alternately tap a raised knee with the opposite hand and then reach both arms overhead. The movement trains core stability, hip flexor activation, and full-body coordination.
Knee Tap Sky Reach
Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Knee Tap Sky Reach.
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How to Perform
- Stand tall with feet together and core braced
- Lift your right knee up to hip height
- Tap the top of your right knee with your left hand
- Lower the right foot and simultaneously raise both arms overhead toward the sky
- Repeat on the opposite side by lifting your left knee and tapping with your right hand
- Continue alternating sides in a smooth, controlled rhythm
- Keep an upright posture and avoid leaning to the side during the knee lift
Muscle Activation
Primary
Core
Secondary
AbsQuadriceps
Common Mistakes
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About the Knee Tap Sky Reach
The Knee Tap Sky Reach is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
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