Knee Circles
How to do the Knee Circles with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
CompoundBody OnlyBeginnerPull
Primary muscles
Calves
Secondary
Hamstrings, Quads
Equipment
Body Only
Step by step
How to do the Knee Circles
- 1
Stand with your legs together and hands by your waist.
- 2
Now move your knees in a circular motion as you breathe normally.
- 3
Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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