Butt Kicks Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Cardio
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Calves, Hamstrings
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- cardio
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Heel Kicks
How to: Butt Kicks
- Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.
- Begin jogging in place while kicking your feet back towards your glutes.
- Aim to touch your heels to your glutes with each kick.
- Maintain a steady rhythm and keep your core tight.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far forward or backward.
- Not maintaining a consistent rhythm.
- Failing to engage the core muscles properly.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise at a slower pace if you're a beginner.
- Kick lower to the ground to reduce intensity.
Tips
- Maintain an upright posture while performing the exercise.
- Keep your core engaged to stay balanced while kicking.
- For a higher intensity workout, increase the speed of your kicks.
Butt Kicks Alternatives
Tags
cardio
warm-up
endurance
legs
aerobic
fitness