Scissor Kicks
A core and hip-flexor exercise alternating crossing leg motions, challenging the lower abs, coordination, and trunk stability while maintaining controlled breathing.
BEGINNER
Walking High Kicks
Walking High Kicks helps to increase the heart rate and warm up the body. When performed with proper posture, this move helps improve hip mobility as well as flexibility in the glutes and hamstrings
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Instructions
- Stand tall, legs straight, arms at your sides.
- Stretch one leg out in front of you, reaching for it with the other hand. Return the foot to the floor to repeat on the opposite side.
Tips
- Do not lean too far forward during the exercise. Keep your chest up and your shoulders back throughout the movement.
- During the exercise, try to keep the supporting knee completely straight.
Alternative Exercises
Flutter Kicks
A core and hip-flexor endurance exercise performed lying on your back while rapidly alternating small leg lifts, targeting the lower abs, improving trunk stability, and building muscular control.
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