How to do it
Stay light on the balls of your feet throughout each kick.
- 1
Stand with feet hip-width apart and arms extended straight in front of you at shoulder height.
- 2
Bend one knee and lift your heel towards your glutes while keeping your arms steady.
- 3
Quickly switch and kick your other heel towards your glutes.
- 4
Continue alternating kicks with a brisk pace, keeping your upper body still.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions or time duration.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and focus on bringing your heels as close to your glutes as possible for a good hamstring stretch.
Common mistakes
- ✕Arms dropping below shoulder height
- ✕Heels kicking out to the sides
- ✕Torso leaning forward during kicks