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Arm Swing Butt-Kick

Swing into fitness with Arm Swing Butt-Kicks! A fun, dynamic exercise for cardio and glute activation. Get your heart rate up!

The Arm Swing Butt-Kick mainly works the glutes & hips and core, with help from the hamstrings and back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Arm Swing Butt-Kick Muscles Worked

Primary

Glutes (gluteus maximus); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

Secondary

Hamstrings; Lats (latissimus dorsi)

How to do the Arm Swing Butt-Kick

Arms Swing Butt Kick Plyometrics Instructions

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand up straight with your feet shoulder-width apart.

    • Keep your arms relaxed at your sides or positioned out in front of you for balance.

  2. Movement:

    • Begin by swinging your arms back behind you while simultaneously bending your knees and kicking one foot up towards your glutes (butt).

    • Your heel should aim to touch your butt.

    • As you kick with one foot, swing your arms forward to help maintain balance.

  3. Transition:

    • Quickly switch legs, bringing the first foot down and kicking the other foot up towards your glutes.

    • Allow your arms to follow the motion, swinging back and forth in coordination with your legs.

  4. Pace:

    • Start slowly to get a feel for the movement, then gradually increase your speed as you become more comfortable.

    • Aim for a rhythmic motion; your arms and legs should move in sync as you alternate kicks.

  5. Repetition:

    • Continue this motion for a desired duration or number of repetitions (e.g., 30 seconds or 10-15 kicks per leg).

    • Focus on staying light on your feet and using your core for stability.

  6. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you kick your foot and swing your arms back.

    • Exhale as you bring your foot down and swing your arms forward.

  7. Cool Down:

    • After completing your set, take a moment to walk in place or stretch your arms and legs to cool down.

Tips:

  • Make sure to keep your core engaged to help with balance.

  • If you're a beginner, perform the kicks with a lower range of motion until you build strength and coordination.

  • Ensure that your movements are controlled to prevent any straining or injury.

Arm Swing Butt-Kick FAQs

What muscles does the Arm Swing Butt-Kick work?

The Arm Swing Butt-Kick mainly works the glutes & hips and core, with help from the hamstrings and back. The main muscles are the gluteus maximus and rectus abdominis.

What equipment do you need for the Arm Swing Butt-Kick?

None. The Arm Swing Butt-Kick is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What are some Arm Swing Butt-Kick variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Back-Leg Arm Swing Raise, Arm-Forward Swing Heel-Tap, Arms-Forward Butt-Kick and Arm Lift Leg Kickback.

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