Reverse Flutter Kick on Floor (hand under head) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Hip Flexors
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Hip Flexors
- Secondary Muscles
- Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
How to: Reverse Flutter Kick on Floor (hand under head)
- Lie flat on your back with your hands under your head for support.
- Lift your legs slightly off the ground, keeping them straight.
- Slowly alternate kicking your legs up and down in a fluttering motion.
- Engage your core and maintain control in your movements.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to strain on the lower back.
- Allowing the lower back to arch off the ground during the exercise.
Modifications
- Perform the kicks with knees bent if full extension is too challenging.
- Reduce the range of motion if you experience discomfort.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to prevent straining your lower back.
- Keep your lower back pressed against the floor to maintain proper form.
Reverse Flutter Kick on Floor (hand under head) Alternatives
Tags
hip
strength
core
bodyweight
abs
fitness