Standing Kick Back
About
This move targets your glutes and hamstrings.
How to Standing Kick Back
Starting Position
1. Stand with your feet hip-width apart and lightly hold onto a wall or equipment with one hand.
2. Shift your weight onto the supporting leg while preparing to lightly extend the other leg back.
Proper Form
1. Slowly lift one leg back while keeping the upper body relatively still.
2. Squeeze your glutes and feel like you are pushing your heel back.
3. Make sure the leg doesn't rise too high above the torso, and slowly lower it.
4. Alternate between both legs.
Breathing Technique
Exhale when kicking your leg back, and inhale when lowering it.
Precautions
1. Engage your core and keep your upper body upright to avoid bending your waist.
2. Move only within the range that stimulates your hips, rather than kicking your legs far and wide.
3. If you find it difficult to balance, it's okay to hold onto a support with both hands while proceeding.
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