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Push-Up Inside Leg Kick

Push-Up Inside Leg Kick demonstration

Watch the demo so setup and tempo are clear before you follow the step-by-step cues.

Push-Up Inside Leg Kick exercise demonstration for Hips, Body weight

Performing the: A Step-by-Step Tutorial Push-Up Inside Leg Kick

Work through the cues in order so setup, bracing, and reps stay consistent before you add load.

  • Lower your body towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping your core engaged and your back straight.
  • As you push your body back up to the starting position, lift your right leg off the ground and kick it out to the side, keeping your leg straight.
  • Return your right leg to the starting position and repeat the push-up motion.
  • On the next push-up, switch legs, lifting and kicking out your left leg as you push your body up. Alternate legs with each push-up.

Tips for Performing Push-Up Inside Leg Kick

Form reminders that keep range of motion and control in check once the basic pattern feels stable.

  • **Performing the Push-Up:** Lower your body until your chest nearly touches the floor. As you lower yourself, keep your elbows close to your body. This will help to engage your triceps and shoulders more effectively. A common mistake is flaring out the elbows, which puts unnecessary stress on the shoulder joints.
  • **Adding the Leg Kick:** As you push back up to the starting position, lift your right leg off the ground and kick it out to the side as you twist your torso to the right. Your right foot should be pointing to the right side. Then return your right foot to the starting position as you lower yourself for the next push-up. Alternate

Can beginners do the Push-Up Inside Leg Kick?

A short framing note on whether this pattern suits newer lifters before you load it heavily.

Yes, beginners can certainly attempt the Push-Up Inside Leg Kick exercise. However, it's important to note that this exercise requires a certain level of strength and coordination as it combines a traditional push-up with a leg kick. Beginners should start slow, focusing on maintaining proper form and gradually building strength and endurance. It might be beneficial to start with regular push-ups and leg kicks separately, then combine them once they feel more comfortable. As always, it's important to consult with a fitness professional or personal trainer to ensure exercises are performed correctly to avoid injury.

What are common variations of the Push-Up Inside Leg Kick?

Compare these progressions when the main pattern is solid or you need a different stimulus with similar equipment.

  • Spiderman Push-Up: In this version, as you lower your body towards the floor, you simultaneously bring one knee up towards the elbow on the same side, mimicking a crawling motion.
  • Push-Up with Knee Tuck: This variation adds a core challenge. After you perform a push-up, you tuck one knee towards your chest before extending it back to its original position.
  • Push-Up with Diagonal Kick: This version involves performing a push-up and as you push back up, you kick one leg diagonally towards the opposite side.
  • Push-Up with Reverse Leg Kick: In this variation, as you push back up from a push-up, you kick one leg back and up, working your glutes and hamstrings.