Flutter Kick
Strengthen your core with Flutter Kicks! A simple exercise to build abs, improve stability, and tone your lower body.
The Flutter Kick mainly works the core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Optional Equipment
Flutter Kick Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas)
Flutter Kick Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Flutter Kick
Lie on your back on a mat or flat surface.
Place your hands underneath your buttocks or to your sides for support.
Lift your legs slightly off the ground, keeping them straight. The elevation should be a few inches above the ground.
Tighten your core muscles to keep your lower back pressed flat into the floor to prevent any arching.
Begin the movement by lifting one leg higher than the other in a small, rapid up and down scissor motion.
Alternate kicking with each leg while keeping them straight and controlled, without letting your feet touch the floor.
Continue alternating kicks for a set duration of time or number of repetitions, ensuring you maintain proper form throughout.
Breathe rhythmically throughout the exercise to maintain core engagement and to keep up with the cardio aspect of the flutter kicks.
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Flutter Kick FAQs
What muscles does the Flutter Kick work?
The Flutter Kick mainly works the core. The main muscles are the rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Flutter Kick?
None. The Flutter Kick is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Flutter Kick variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Hanging Flutter Kick, Alternating Lying Flutter Kick, Floor Lying Horizontal Flutter Kick and Stool Seated Flutter Kick.
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