Strengthen Legs with Front Kick

Front Kick

One Side

Other Side

Rep Range

Time Based

Hints

Begin by positioning yourself with your feet close together, one foot slightly behind the other. This stance will resemble a tandem or inline position. Keep your upper body relaxed and upright, engaging your core for stability. Use your arms extended slightly outward and to your sides, almost like the wings of a bird, to help maintain balance throughout the motion. These arms will also serve as a counterbalance when you're executing the kick. Lift the foot that's behind off the ground, bending the knee slightly. Execute a gentle forward kick with this foot, extending the leg out and pointing the toes. The movement should be smooth, controlled, and without much force, given its gentle nature. After executing the kick, retract the foot in a controlled manner and place it back behind the other foot, returning to your starting tandem stance.

Common Mistakes

Ensure you're not leaning backward too much during the kick, as this can throw off your balance. Maintain an upright posture to ensure stability. Also, be cautious not to swing the leg too aggressively; the kick is meant to be gentle and controlled.

Breathing

Inhale as you prepare to lift the foot for the kick. Exhale gently as you extend the foot forward. Drawing in a breath as you initiate a move and exhaling upon execution can help maintain rhythm and provide additional stability during the movement.

Muscle Focus

Primary Focus Area

Cardiovascular System

Secondary Focus Area

Lower Body, Core