Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick
The Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick mainly works the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs), with help from the core, shoulders and chest. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick Muscles Worked
Primary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Hip Adductors
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid); Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head)
How to do the Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick
Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and extend your arms straight out to the sides at shoulder height.
Quickly swing one leg across your body while simultaneously bringing your arms together in front of your chest.
Execute a controlled front kick or dynamic leg extension as you find your balance.
Return your leg to the starting position and open your arms back out to the sides.
Repeat the movement on the opposite side, alternating legs with each repetition.
Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick FAQs
What muscles does the Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick work?
The Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick mainly works the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs), with help from the core, shoulders and chest. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and hip adductors.
What equipment do you need for the Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick?
None. The Front-Leg Cross-Arm Kick is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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