How to do Butt kicks
Butt kicks works the Hamstrings, calves (raises your heart rate) with no equipment. Key cue: “Jog in place, bringing your heels toward your butt”
Steps
- Stand with feet hip-width apart
- Jog lightly in place, bringing your heels toward your butt
- Keep swinging your arms
How many: 20–40 sec
Muscles worked
Hamstrings, calves (raises your heart rate)
Common mistakes
- Leaning forward
- Stomping as you land
Easier or harder
| Easier | Walk and do one leg at a time |
|---|---|
| Harder | Speed up |
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Results are rough estimates from general formulas, not medical advice. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are under treatment, talk to your doctor before you start. Stop right away if anything hurts.