Flutter Kicks
Equipment
Extend your legs fully out with a slight bend in your knees. Lift your heels about 6 inches off the floor.
Make small, rapid up and down scissor-like motions with your legs.
The key is to focus on having your midsection do all the work and to keep your abs constantly contracted throughout the exercise.
Continue the movement for a set amount of time or number of repetitions, typically between 15 to 25 reps or 30 to 60 seconds.
Pro Tip
Controlled Movements: Flutter kicks are not about speed but about the control of your movements. Lift one leg off the ground while keeping the other one down, then alternate. The movements should be slow and deliberate, not fast and jerky. Fast movements can lead to loss of form and potential injury. Engage Your Core: The key to an effective flutter kick is engaging your core muscles. This is not a leg exercise; it's an abdominal one. Make sure your abs are doing the work, not your legs or hips. A common mistake is to focus on moving the legs rather than engaging the core. Keep Your Lower Back on the Floor: Throughout the exercise, ensure your lower