Step Up Opposite Elbow to Knee Twist
Description
The step up opposite elbow to knee twist combines a step up with a high knee drive and a rotational elbow tap. The cross body element adds oblique work to the standard leg drill.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Step Up Opposite Elbow to Knee Twist Instructions
- Stand facing a box or step with the hands behind the head.
- Place one foot on top of the box.
- Brace the core and keep the chest up.
- Drive through the box foot to step up.
- Bring the trail knee high to a marching position.
- Twist the torso and tap the opposite elbow to the knee.
- Step back down to the start.
- Continue for all reps then switch sides.
Step Up Opposite Elbow to Knee Twist Form & Visual
Step Up Opposite Elbow to Knee Twist Benefits
- Builds the quads and glutes.
- Trains the obliques.
- Cardio conditioning element.
- Useful for athletic carryover.
- Improves coordination.
Step Up Opposite Elbow to Knee Twist Muscles Worked
- Quadriceps
- Gluteus maximus
- Obliques
- Hip flexors
Step Up Opposite Elbow to Knee Twist Variations & Alternatives
- Step Up
- High Knee
- Bicycle Crunch
- Mountain Climber
