How to do it
Drive the kick from the hip, leading with the ball of the foot.
- 1
Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 2
Lift one leg, knee bent, and extend it forward in a kicking motion.
- 3
Retract the leg back to the starting position with control.
- 4
Alternate legs and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your supporting leg slightly bent and engage your core to maintain balance during the kicks.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the kicking knee at full extension
- ✕Hinging backward from the hips on each kick
- ✕Letting the planted foot rotate outward