Kneeling Side Leg to Kick (female)

Kneeling Side Leg to Kick demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Begin in a kneeling position with your hands under your shoulders
  • 2Lift your left knee off the ground and extend your left leg out to the side at hip height
  • 3Bend your knee and bring it in towards your body, then extend it back out in a 'kick'
  • 4Lower your knee back to the starting position
  • 5Repeat on the other side

Tips:

  • Make sure your body is aligned from head to hips
  • Engage your core for stability
  • Perform the exercise slow and controlled for maximum muscle engagement
  • For more intensity, try holding the 'kick' for a few seconds

Kneeling Side Leg to Kick Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs