# How to Do Flutter Kick

Learn how to do the Flutter Kick with correct form. Below you will find the muscles it works, step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and answers to common questions.

**Difficulty:** Intermediate   **Equipment:** No equipment

## Muscles worked

abdominals, hip flexors

## How to do it: step by step

- Lie on your back with legs extended and hands under your hips.
- Lift your head and shoulders slightly off the floor, or keep them down for an easier version.
- Brace your core and lift both legs a few inches off the floor.
- Kick up and down in small, quick alternating motions.
- Keep your lower back pressed into the floor the whole time.
- Continue for the target time without holding your breath.

## Tips

- Stop and reset if your lower back starts to arch or hurt.
- Smaller, faster kicks keep the abs working harder than big slow ones.

*General fitness information only, not medical advice. Check with a professional if you have health concerns.*

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## Frequently asked questions

### What muscles does the Flutter Kick work?

The Flutter Kick mainly works the abdominals, hip flexors.

### How many reps of the Flutter Kick should I do?

A good starting point is 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps, with 60 to 90 seconds of rest between sets. Start light and add weight or reps as your form stays solid.

### Is the Flutter Kick good for beginners?

It can be. The Flutter Kick is an intermediate move, so learn the basic version first and build up gradually.