Side Kick Through
Expert Advice
Keep your movements fluid and controlled, and avoid letting your hips sag or rise too high to maintain core engagement.
How-to-do Steps
- Begin in a bear crawl position with your knees hovering just above the ground.
- Rotate your body to one side, extending the opposite leg through and past your supporting arm.
- Return to the bear crawl position and repeat on the other side.
- Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Side Kick Through primarily targets the Abs, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Abs50%
Secondary
Hamstrings10%
Glutes10%
Lats10%
Quads10%
Shoulders10%
Equipment
Body Weight
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Side Kick Through work?
Side Kick Through primarily targets the Abs. Secondary muscles involved include Hamstrings, Glutes, Lats, Quads, Shoulders. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Side Kick Through?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Side Kick Through suitable for beginners?
Side Kick Through 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.
