Obliques Twist High Knee and Kick
Expert Advice
Maintain a brisk pace to keep your heart rate up, but ensure you maintain proper form and control throughout the exercise.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
- Lift your right knee towards your chest while twisting your torso to bring your left elbow towards the raised knee.
- Extend your right leg out in a kick while bringing your arms to a guard position.
- Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
- Continue alternating sides for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Obliques Twist High Knee and Kick primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Abs, with Cardio mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Quads20%
Hamstrings20%
Calves20%
Glutes20%
Abs20%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Cardio
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 20s
Intermediate3 x 30s
Advanced4 x 45s
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Obliques Twist High Knee and Kick work?
Obliques Twist High Knee and Kick primarily targets the Quads, Hamstrings, Calves, Glutes, Abs. It is classified as a Cardio exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Obliques Twist High Knee and 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 Obliques Twist High Knee and Kick suitable for beginners?
Obliques Twist High Knee and 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.
