Standing Side Kick
Expert Advice
Maintain a strong core and focus on a controlled kick to engage the obliques and leg muscles effectively.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hands on your hips.
- Shift your weight to your left leg.
- Lift your right leg and kick out to the side, keeping your foot flexed.
- Return to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other leg.
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Muscles Worked
Standing 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 Standing Side Kick work?
Standing 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 Standing 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 Standing Side Kick suitable for beginners?
Standing 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.
