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Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust

Boost cardio & glutes! Alternating butt-kicks with knee thrusts for a fun, effective workout. Level up your fitness, one rep at a time.

The Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust mainly works the core and quads, with help from the glutes & hips and hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust Muscles Worked

Primary

Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Quads (quadriceps femoris)

Secondary

Glutes (gluteus maximus); Hip Adductors

How to do the Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.

    • Keep your arms relaxed at your sides or place your hands on your hips.

    • Engage your core muscles to maintain stability.

  2. Butt Kick:

    • Shift your weight to your left foot.

    • Bend your right knee and bring your heel towards your glutes (buttocks).

    • Try to touch your heel to your glute for a full range of motion.

    • Return your right foot to the ground and repeat this movement for 10-15 repetitions.

  3. Knee Thrust:

    • After completing your butt kicks, shift your weight to your right foot.

    • With your left knee, lift it straight in front of you, driving it towards your chest.

    • Hold for a second at the top of the lift and then lower your leg back to the ground.

    • Repeat this movement for 10-15 repetitions.

  4. Alternate Movements:

    • Switch between butt kicks and knee thrusts, alternating legs after completing the repetitions for each leg.

    • Maintain a steady tempo and focus on your balance.

  5. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you lower your leg and exhale as you lift it.

    • Keep your breathing steady throughout the exercise.

  6. Cool Down:

    • After completing your sets, take a moment to walk around and stretch your legs to prevent stiffness.

Remember to perform this exercise in a safe environment, maintaining good form to avoid injury.

Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust FAQs

What muscles does the Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust work?

The Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust mainly works the core and quads, with help from the glutes & hips and hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and quadriceps femoris.

What equipment do you need for the Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust?

None. The Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Alternating Butt-Kick to Knee Thrust variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the 90-To-90 Knee Thrust, Alternating Forward-Kick, Alternating Knee Front Step Drive and Alternating Twisting Knee Thrust.

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