How to do it
Hold your arms out to the sides for counterbalance during the kick.
- 1
Stand with your feet hip-width apart.
- 2
Step back with one foot and lower into a lunge, keeping your front knee above your ankle.
- 3
Push through your front heel to stand and kick your back leg forward with control.
- 4
Return to the starting position and repeat on the other side.
- 5
Alternate legs for the desired number of repetitions.
Expert tip
Keep your torso upright and core engaged to maintain balance and proper form throughout the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the front knee cave inward
- ✕Taking too short a step backward
- ✕Swinging the kick leg with momentum