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Butt Kicks

Expert Advice

Keep your upper body steady and focus on bringing your heels to your glutes to maximize hamstring engagement.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Begin by standing with your feet hip-width apart.
  2. Flex the knee and kick your right heel up towards your glutes.
  3. Return your right foot to the ground and quickly repeat with your left foot.
  4. Continue alternating kicks with a light jog in place, keeping the pace steady.
  5. Pump your arms in sync with the motion of your legs to maintain balance and intensity.

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Muscles Worked

Butt Kicks primarily targets the Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves, Quads, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Glutes
Glutes30%
Hamstrings
Hamstrings30%
Calves
Calves20%
Quads
Quads20%
Equipment
Body Weight
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Cardio
30%Glutes30%Hamstrings20%Calves20%Quads

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Butt Kicks work?
Butt Kicks primarily targets the Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves, Quads. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Butt Kicks?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 20s. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 30s. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 45s. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Butt Kicks suitable for beginners?
Yes, Butt Kicks is rated as a beginner-friendly exercise, making it an excellent starting point. Focus on mastering proper form before increasing intensity or load.