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Side Plank Elbow Knee Star Kick

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Side Plank Elbow Knee Star Kick Overview

The Side plank elbow knee star kick workout is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the Obliques, Glutes, and Quads.

It involves performing a side plank position while lifting the top leg and kicking it forward in a star motion.

This workout effectively engages the targeted muscles without putting excessive strain on secondary muscles.

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Side Plank Elbow Knee Star Kick Instructions

  1. Start by lying on your side with your forearm on the ground, elbow directly under your shoulder.
  2. Stack your feet on top of each other and lift your hips off the ground, creating a straight line from your head to your heels.
  3. Extend your top arm straight up towards the ceiling, keeping it in line with your shoulder.
  4. Engage your core and lift your top leg up towards the ceiling, keeping it straight.
  5. Kick your top leg forward, extending it out in front of you, while maintaining the side plank position.
  6. Return your top leg back to the starting position and repeat the kick for the desired number of repetitions.

Side Plank Elbow Knee Star Kick Tips

  1. Start in a side plank position with your elbow directly under your shoulder and your legs extended.
  2. Engage your obliques by lifting your hips off the ground, creating a straight line from head to toe.
  3. Bend your top knee and bring it towards your chest, engaging your glutes and quads.
  4. Extend your top leg out to the side, forming a star shape, while keeping your core engaged.
  5. Kick your top leg forward, engaging your quads, and then bring it back to the star position.
  6. Repeat the knee-star-kick movement for the desired number of repetitions, focusing on maintaining proper form and engaging the targeted muscles.

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