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    Hanging Flutter Kick Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Iliopsoas
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Waist
    Primary Muscle
    Iliopsoas
    Secondary Muscles
    Rectus Abdominis, Sartorius, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Quadriceps
    Intensity
    medium
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    5
    Alternate Names
    Flutter Kicks in Hang

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Hanging Flutter Kick

    1. Hang from a pull-up bar with your arms fully extended and your body straight.
    2. Engage your core and lift your legs off the ground, keeping them straight.
    3. Alternate kicking your legs up and down in a fluttering motion while keeping your core tight.
    4. Continue the motion for the desired duration, ensuring to maintain control.

    Common Mistakes

    • Arching the back excessively while performing the kicks.
    • Not engaging the core effectively, leading to reliance on momentum.
    • Neglecting to maintain a stable grip on the bar.

    Modifications

    • Perform the exercise with knees bent if straight legs are too difficult.
    • Use a resistance band for additional support during the exercise.

    Tips

    • Keep a steady and controlled movement to engage the core effectively.
    • Avoid swinging your legs; focus on using your abdominal muscles.
    • Engage your shoulders and back to maintain a stable position.

    Hanging Flutter Kick Alternatives

    Incline Alternate Flutter Kicks

    Incline Alternate Flutter Kicks

    Body Part: Hips

    Dead Bug

    Dead Bug

    Body Part: Waist

    Cable Hanging Leg Raise

    Cable Hanging Leg Raise

    Body Part: Waist

    Tags

    core
    abs
    strength
    Iliopsoas
    balance
    control

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