Kneeling Side Kick
Advanced (7/10)Mat
Position: KneelingEnergy: 6/10~60s
Cueing
Keep hips pushed forward; reach long through the kicking leg; maintain stability in the supporting arm.
Anatomy & Muscles
PrimarySecondary
Primary Muscles
Gluteus Medius
Secondary Muscles
External ObliquesTransverse Abdominis
Regressions
Keep hand on hip instead of behind head; reduce kick range; perform on forearm.
Progressions
Increase kick speed; add small circles at the end; hold for longer.
Common Errors
Dropping the hips; collapsing the shoulder; neck strain.
Contraindications
- Lumbar Disc Hernia
- Osteoporosis (Flexion Risk)
- Shoulder Sensitivity
- Wrist Sensitivity
