Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick
Expert Advice
Keep your back straight and avoid leaning too far back when kicking to prevent strain on your lower back.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet together and arms crossed in front of your chest.
- Kick one leg straight out in front of you while keeping your upper body still.
- Lower the leg back down with control and repeat with the other leg.
- Alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads25%
Hamstrings25%
Calves25%
Glutes25%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Cardio
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick work?
Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick?
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 Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick suitable for beginners?
Crossed Arms Front Leg Kick is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
