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Pulley High Knee

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Exercise Profile

Pulley High Knee Overview

The pulley high knee workout is a targeted exercise that focuses mainly on the calves.

Using the pulley, this workout involves lifting the knees up towards the chest while standing in place.

While the pulley may also engage secondary muscles, its primary purpose is to strengthen and tone the calves.

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Pulley High Knee Instructions

  1. Stand facing the pulley machine with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Grab the handles with an overhand grip, palms facing down.
  3. Engage your core and lift your right knee up towards your chest, while keeping your left leg straight.
  4. Slowly lower your right leg back down to the starting position.
  5. Repeat the movement with your left leg, lifting your left knee up towards your chest while keeping your right leg straight.
  6. Continue alternating legs, performing the exercise in a controlled and fluid motion.

Pulley High Knee Tips

  1. Start by setting the pulley at a height that allows for a full range of motion.
  2. Stand facing the pulley with your feet hip-width apart and your core engaged.
  3. Hold onto the handles and lift one knee up towards your chest, keeping your back straight.
  4. As you lower your knee, engage your calves by pushing through your toes and lifting your heels off the ground.
  5. Repeat the movement with the other knee, focusing on maintaining control and balance throughout.
  6. For an added challenge, increase the resistance on the pulley or perform the exercise on one leg at a time.

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