Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Quadriceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Quadriceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Hip flexors, Calves
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- plyometrics
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6.5
- Alternate Names
- Front Kick, Leg Lift Kick
How to: Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and arms crossed over your chest.
- Engage your core and lift one leg straight in front of you, keeping it straight.
- Return your leg to the starting position and repeat with the opposite leg.
- Continue alternating legs for the desired amount of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Leaning too far backward during the kick.
- Kicking too high, resulting in loss of balance.
- Not engaging the core muscles.
Modifications
- Perform the leg kick at a lower height to reduce difficulty.
- Use a wall or support for balance.
Tips
- Maintain good balance while lifting your leg.
- Keep your core engaged to stabilize your torso.
- Perform slowly to ensure maximum control.
Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick Alternatives
Tags
plyometrics
aerobic
balance
flexibility
legs
kick