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Side Kick Through

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The side kick through is a dynamic bodyweight exercise that enhances coordination, core stability, and full-body strength. It involves a combination of a plank and a rotational kick, engaging multiple muscle groups for an effective, compound movement.

How to do it

  1. Begin in a quadruped position with your knees slightly off the ground.
  2. Lift your right hand and left foot off the ground, rotating your torso to the right.
  3. Extend your left leg through, kicking out to the side as you support yourself with your right hand and left foot.
  4. Return to the starting position and repeat on the opposite side.
  5. Continue alternating sides, maintaining control and stability throughout the movement.

Muscles worked

Primary Obliques Rectus Abdominis

Secondary Deltoid Anterior Gluteus Maximus Quadriceps

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