Extension and flexion of the legs in supine position

Partner work

1 trainee & 1 helper ► Note change of position
(= double the time required; for lesson planner see Organisation Kraft: Info button Execution)

Trainee: Lies on their back with their legs raised and stretched out, hands on the back of their neck or flat on the floor at their sides, bending and stretching their legs to move their partner up and down (leg press).
Partner: Leans from a standing position with their chest on the raised feet (soles of the feet) of the active participant (slight forward lean, good body tension).

Attention:
Knees always remain centred over the feet (no tipping inwards).

Lighten:
The passive participant stands more upright.

Harden:
Stronger partner's submission; additional weight for the passive participant (on the chest or shoulders).

1 weight vest/weight disc/sandbag ► Make the exercise more difficult (additional weight)