Hook Kick Kickboxing (with partner) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Plyometrics
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Glutes, Quadriceps
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- aerobic
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 6
- Alternate Names
- Partner Hook Kick
How to: Hook Kick Kickboxing (with partner)
- Stand in a fighting stance facing your partner.
- Raise your knee towards your chest before extending your leg to perform the hook kick.
- Focus your kick towards your partner's midsection.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for desired repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core
- Kicking without proper form
- Overextending the knee during the kick
Modifications
- Perform the kick at a lower height if experiencing discomfort.
- Use a partner as target practice for controlled kicking.
Tips
- Ensure your knee is up high when kicking.
- Focus on your form to prevent injury.
- Engage your core for stability during the kick.
Hook Kick Kickboxing (with partner) Alternatives
Tags
kickboxing
plyometrics
aerobic
conditioning
partner training
lower body