Squat Front Side Kick
Expert Advice
Maintain proper squat form by keeping your chest up and back straight, and perform the kick with control to work the targeted muscles effectively.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Perform a squat by bending your knees and lowering your hips back and down.
- As you rise from the squat, lift one leg and perform a side kick.
- Return to the squat position and repeat the kick with the other leg.
- Alternate kicks after each squat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Squat Front Side 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 Squat Front Side Kick work?
Squat Front Side 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 Squat Front Side 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 Squat Front Side Kick suitable for beginners?
Squat Front Side 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.
