How to do it
Maintain a slight bend in your standing knee for stability throughout each kick.
- 1
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and hands in front of you at chest level.
- 2
Lift your right leg and kick straight out in front of you, keeping your foot flexed.
- 3
Lower your right leg back to the starting position.
- 4
Repeat with your left leg, alternating kicks with each leg.
Expert tip
Keep your core tight and kick with control, avoiding any jerky movements to prevent strain and to fully engage your leg muscles.
Common mistakes
- ✕Pointing toes instead of flexing the foot
- ✕Leaning the torso back during the kick
- ✕Swinging the leg upward with momentum