How to do it
Press firmly through the ball of your standing foot for balance.
- 1
Stand with feet hip-width apart and arms bent at the elbows, hands in front of shoulders.
- 2
Kick one leg back while simultaneously extending your arms overhead in a press motion.
- 3
Return to the starting position and repeat with the other leg.
- 4
Continue alternating legs and arms for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Ensure proper alignment by keeping your head and spine in a neutral position during the overhead press.
Common mistakes
- ✕Locking the standing knee fully
- ✕Arching the lower back on the press
- ✕Letting the kick leg drift sideways