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Knee · Strengthening

Object pickup from the ground on one leg

Picking up an object from the ground on one leg, 3 sets, 8 repetitions per leg

Illustration of the Object pickup from the ground on one leg exercise

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How to do the exercise

Sets: 3

Repetitions: 8 per leg

Description: Stand on one leg with the knee aligned with the foot and the pelvis stable. Slowly lean forward to pick up an object placed on the ground, bending the knee and maintaining good balance without the knee collapsing inward. Return to the starting position while controlling the movement.

Tips: Keep your back straight and look forward to maintain balance. Slightly contract the muscles around the knee to stabilize the joint.

Progression: When the exercise becomes easy, increase the number of repetitions or perform the movement more slowly to improve control.

At a glance

Goal
Strengthening
Level
Intermediate
Equipment
ball
Starting position
Standing on one leg, knee aligned with the foot, pelvis stable
Clinical goal
Strengthen the knee and improve balance control
Also known as
object pickup on one leg, knee balance exercise, unilateral knee flexion

Precautions

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This information is educational and does not replace advice from a healthcare professional. Ask your physiotherapist or doctor before starting, especially if you have pain, a recent injury or have had surgery.