Fresh Start 2 Fitness- Kicking Workout

For those just starting an exercise journey, a low impact workout can get people started on a path to better health. Intermountain Health exercise specialist Jeffrey Beck says to do the following routine of three exercises comprised of kicks a few times per week to rev up the heart, improve balance and increase strength.

1) Front Kicks:

• Stand with your feet hip-width apart, hands in the defensive position or at your sides.
• Raise your right knee up and extend your leg forward.
• Return to starting position and repeat with the other leg.
• Do 3-4 sets of 10 reps per leg.

2) Side Cross Kicks:

• Stand with your arms raised at 90 degrees.
• Kick each leg to your opposite arm, crossing your body with the leg.
• Do 3-4 sets of 10 reps per leg.

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3) Rear Kicks:

• Stand with your feet together and hold onto something for stability if you have balance issues.
• Turn your head over your right shoulder and find a point to kick.
• Now kick straight back toward the point with your right leg.
• Return to starting position and repeat.
• Do 3-4 sets of 10 reps per leg.