Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles
Improve coordination & balance! Alternating kicks meet arm circles in this core-engaging, in-place exercise.
The Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles mainly works the quads and shoulders, with help from the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles
Stand upright with your feet shoulder width apart and your arms extended out to the sides at shoulder height.
Begin by lifting your right leg straight out in front of you, keeping the knee slightly bent. Simultaneously, make small to medium-sized circles with your arms. Keep your core engaged and maintain balance on your standing leg.
Lower your right leg back to the starting position and switch to your left leg, continuing the arm circles throughout the movement.
Alternate kicks with each leg while maintaining the arm circles, focusing on engaging your core to stabilize your body.
Continue alternating front kicks with each leg and arm circles for the desired number of repetitions or time.
Ensure that your arm circles remain controlled, and the size of the circles can be adjusted for comfort or to increase the difficulty. Keep your movements smooth and avoid overextending your kicks to maintain proper form and prevent injury.
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Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles FAQs
What muscles does the Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles work?
The Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles mainly works the quads and shoulders, with help from the core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and anterior deltoid.
What equipment do you need for the Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles?
None. The Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Alternating In-Place Front-Kick Arm Circles variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Alternating Arm Circles Leg Lift, Alternating In-Place Front-Kick, Alternating Forward Front-Kick Push and Arms Circles Knee Raise.
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