V Flutter Kick
Strengthen your core with V Flutter Kicks! This exercise targets your abs and hip flexors for a tighter midsection.
The V Flutter Kick mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
V Flutter Kick Muscles Worked
Primary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Obliques
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Hip Adductors
V Flutter Kick Variations and Alternatives
How to do the V Flutter Kick
V-Flutter Kick
Positioning
Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you.
Lean back slightly, supporting your weight with your hands placed behind you on the floor.
Keep your back straight, engaging your core muscles.
Raise your legs off the floor approximately 6 to 12 inches, forming a "V" shape with your body.
Movement
Begin to alternate kicking your legs up and down in a controlled manner.
Keep your legs straight and flutter them in a small, rapid motion.
Maintain tension in your core to stabilize your position.
Breathe steadily and aim for a rhythm, performing the kicks for 20 to 30 seconds.
Focus on keeping your feet off the ground throughout the exercise.
Tips
Ensure your back remains straight to avoid straining it.
If this exercise feels too challenging, you can modify by keeping your feet closer to the ground or taking breaks as needed.
Gradually increase the duration and intensity as you build strength.
V Flutter Kick FAQs
What muscles does the V Flutter Kick work?
The V Flutter Kick mainly works the core, with help from the quads and hip adductors (inner thighs). The main muscles are the rectus abdominis and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the V Flutter Kick?
None. The V Flutter Kick is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some V Flutter Kick variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Bicycle V-Up, Chair Flutter, Flutter Kick and Hanging Flutter Kick.
Training calculators
Work out the numbers behind your training before your next session.