 | Introduction: Noodle steps made harder by combining it with leg raises. This shallow-end exercise creates a more challenging version of the noodle steps and engages more leg muscles. Ideal for people who find the noodle step too easy to perform. |
Starting Position:
Stand by the side of the pool. Hold the wall with one hand. Step on the noodle with your far foot slightly in front of your body. Keep your other hand still by your side and your back straight.
Stand by the side of the pool. Hold the wall with one hand. Step on the noodle with your far foot slightly in front of your body. Keep your other hand still by your side and your back straight.
Action:
Keep your far leg straight and raise it up slightly below your hip level. Bend your knee about 90 degrees and then push the noodle down as deep as you can, as you extend your leg, returning to the starting position. Keep your hands rested and your shoulders relaxed. Stand in good posture and keep your other leg still.
Keep your far leg straight and raise it up slightly below your hip level. Bend your knee about 90 degrees and then push the noodle down as deep as you can, as you extend your leg, returning to the starting position. Keep your hands rested and your shoulders relaxed. Stand in good posture and keep your other leg still.
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Breathing:
Inhale as you raise your leg. Exhale as you push the noodle down.
Targeted Muscles:
Feel your hamstrings as you bend your knee and your quadriceps as you extend.
Related Exercises:
Single Knee Kick with Pool Noodle
Leg Curl in the Pool
Noodle Step
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Inhale as you raise your leg. Exhale as you push the noodle down.
Targeted Muscles:
Feel your hamstrings as you bend your knee and your quadriceps as you extend.
Related Exercises:
Single Knee Kick with Pool Noodle
Leg Curl in the Pool
Noodle Step
Click Here for All Leg Exercises
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