Butt Kicks
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- Cardio
Butt kicks jog you in place or forward while you kick your heels up toward your glutes with quick, light steps. The rapid heel drive warms up the hamstrings and calves through dynamic movement. Beginners use it at home or in cardio training, as a warmup, a main drill or a finisher for time.
- Muscles
- Hamstrings, Calves
- Equipment
- Bodyweight
- Logged as
- Time
How to
- Jog in place or moving forward with a tall posture.
- Kick your heels up toward your glutes.
- Keep your knees pointing down and steps quick.
- Pump your arms in rhythm for the planned time.
Form cues
- Land on the balls of your feet.
- Breathe steadily as your pace picks up.
- Keep your steps light instead of stomping down.
Common mistakes
- Knees drift forward instead of staying under you. Keep your knees under your hips, not ahead.
- Heels barely lift off the floor. Aim your heel drive higher on each step.
- Arms hang still while legs move fast. Drive your arms in rhythm with your feet.
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