Leg swings
A quick and easy exercise suitable for beginners; that can be made more difficult for progression if required. | |
Workout focus: | Legs & Bum |
Type of activity: | Endurance & strength |
Benefits: | A fantastic leg workout, and sure to help your cardiovascular fitness as well - all the benefits of running with moving from the spot. |
Time needed: | 5 minutes |
Intensity level: | Moderate |
Instructions: | Find a space close to a wall for balance. Stand on one leg with one hand resting against the wall and swing the opposite leg as far up and forwards as possible, keeping the knee fairly straight. Then swing the leg out behind you, without touching the ground, as high and far as possible. Keep repeating the swinging action; aim for 30 seconds without stopping and then switch to rest against the wall with your other hand and swing your other leg. Repeat twice on both legs. |
How to make it more difficult: | Aim to build up the length of time you repeat the exercise for at first. Then work on increasing your speed, while being careful to maintain the height of your leg lift. Try the exercise without using the wall for balance; this will work on core stability and balance. |
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