Flutter Kicks Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Hip Flexors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Kicking Crunches
How to: Flutter Kicks
- Lie flat on your back with your arms at your sides.
- Lift your legs off the ground, hovering a few inches above.
- Engage your core and alternate kicking your legs up and down in a controlled manner.
- Maintain a steady pace and avoid letting your lower back lift off the floor.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing your lower back to arch.
- Not engaging the core muscles.
- Performing the kicks too quickly rather than with control.
Modifications
- Bend your knees to reduce strain on your lower back.
- Perform the movement with a smaller range of motion.
Tips
- Keep your lower back pressed into the ground to avoid strain.
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability.
- Move your legs in a controlled manner to maximize effectiveness.
Flutter Kicks Alternatives
Tags
core
glutes
strength
intermediate
abs
bodyweight