Front Leg Hook Kick. Kickboxing Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Quadriceps, Glutes, Adductors
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
How to: Front Leg Hook Kick. Kickboxing
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Lift your knee in preparation while maintaining balance.
- Extend your leg outward with a hook motion at a 45-degree angle.
- Return to the starting position and repeat with the opposite leg.
Common Mistakes
- Kicking without proper control, leading to lost balance.
- Failure to fully extend the leg during the kick.
- Not engaging the core, resulting in poor posture.
Modifications
- Perform with a lower kick height to reduce strain.
- Use a support like a wall for balance if necessary.
Tips
- Maintain balance by keeping your core engaged.
- Focus on fluid motion to kick high without losing balance.
- Keep your knees aligned and avoid overextending.
Front Leg Hook Kick. Kickboxing Alternatives
Tags
kickboxing
plyometrics
cardio
legs
balance
aerobic