Swipe Butt Kick (female)

Swipe Butt Kick demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand tall with feet hip-width apart and hands at your sides
  • 2Bend one knee to bring the heel towards your buttocks, perform a 'swiping' motion with your opposite hand as if trying to hit your elevated heel
  • 3Quickly lower your foot back onto the ground and repeat the action with your other foot and hand
  • 4Maintain high pace for an aerobic effect, switching between legs
  • 5Keep your core engaged for stability throughout the exercise

Tips:

  • Maintain a fast rhythm throughout your workout for a good aerobic effect
  • Keep your upper body as straight as possible and try not to lean forward
  • Ensure to warm up properly to avoid any hamstring, calf and glute injuries
  • To increase difficulty, perform the exercises for prolonged periods

Swipe Butt Kick Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs