Front kicks – how to do it right
Lift the knee first, then extend softly – don’t snap it straight.
This is how Stickfreed, our glowing stick figure, shows you the exercise on your TV – here the start, middle and end position. In the app he turns slowly so you can see everything.
How to do it
- Stand tall, fists at your chest, tight core.
- Lift the knee first, then extend softly – no snapping.
- Soft standing knee, upper body stays upright.
- Easier: kick lower and slower.
How long?
In BLOX: 30 seconds on, 10 seconds rest, three rounds.
If something niggles
Knee niggling? Then do Marching in place instead – BLOX swaps it automatically if you mention it at the start. Stop if it hurts; if you have complaints or pre-existing conditions, check with a doctor or physio first.
In BLOX
Part of these blocks: Low-impact cardio. BLOX builds your workout from them – based on your time, energy and how you feel today.
Similar exercises
Side hopsJump sideways over a line on both feet, land softlySide lungesBig step to the side, soft knees, come backButt kicksHeels towards your bum, knees point downSkatersLeap sideways onto one leg, the other crosses behindBurpeesSquat, hands down, jump back to a plank, jump in and upStep-back burpeesHands down, step back to a plank one leg at a time, step in and stand up