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Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake

Get moving with Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake! Improve coordination, balance, and leg strength in this fun, dynamic exercise.

The Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings and core. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.

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Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake Muscles Worked

Primary

Quads (quadriceps femoris); Glutes (gluteus maximus)

Secondary

Hamstrings; Abdominals (rectus abdominis)

How to do the Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake

  1. Starting Position:

    • Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart.

    • Keep your arms relaxed at your sides.

  2. Walking Movement:

    • Begin to walk forward, taking small, controlled steps.

    • Maintain a straight posture, with your head up and shoulders back.

  3. Front Kick:

    • As you step forward with your right foot, simultaneously kick your left leg straight out in front of you at a 45-degree angle.

    • Flex your foot and keep your leg straight during the kick.

    • Focus on engaging your core as you perform the kick.

  4. Hand Shake Motion:

    • After the front kick, bring your left leg back down and step forward with your left foot.

    • As you do this, reach your right hand forward as if you are shaking hands with someone.

    • Switch the kicking leg and hand shake on the next step.

  5. Alternating Steps:

    • Continue alternating between kicking and stepping forward, maintaining a steady rhythm.

    • Step with your right foot and kick with your left, then step with your left foot and kick with your right.

  6. Repetition:

    • Repeat the walking front kick and hand shake for a set distance or number of repetitions, such as 10 steps forward.

  7. Breathing:

    • Inhale as you prepare to kick and exhale as you complete the kick and shake.

  8. Cool Down:

    • After completing your repetitions, take a moment to stand tall and breathe deeply to relax.

Notes:

  • Keep your movements controlled and avoid rushing.

  • Focus on balance and coordination with each kick and step.

  • This exercise is great for improving leg strength and dynamic stability.

Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake FAQs

What muscles does the Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake work?

The Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake mainly works the quads and glutes & hips, with help from the hamstrings and core. The main muscles are the quadriceps femoris and gluteus maximus.

What equipment do you need for the Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake?

None. The Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.

What workout day should the Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake go on?

It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.

What are some Front-Kick Walking Hand Shake variations and alternatives?

Similar exercises include the Alternating Forward Front-Kick Push, Hook Kickboxing Kick, Hook Spin Kick and Front-Kick Squat.

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