How to do it
Point your toes and keep your feet relaxed for a fluid flutter kick.
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Lie face down on the floor or a mat.
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Extend your legs straight behind you.
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Lift both legs off the ground slightly.
- 4
Alternately kick your legs up and down in a fluttering motion, as if swimming.
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Continue the movement for the desired duration or number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your movements controlled and deliberate to maximize glute engagement. Avoid arching your lower back by keeping your core engaged.
Common mistakes
- ✕Lifting the legs too high into hyperextension
- ✕Bending the knees during the flutter kick
- ✕Letting the feet touch down between kicks