Swim Kicks

Swim Kicks

WHAT ARE SWIM KICKS?

Swim kicks is a beginners level abdominal exercise that targets rectus and transverse abdominis.

WHO SHOULD USE THIS EXERCISE?

if you are just starting out in training then swim kicks are a great way to build some foundation core strength. More advance gym goers would benefit more by incorporating the movement into circuits.

KEY POINTS

  •  Put one hand on top of the other and place them underneath your lower back, so that there is no space between your lower back and the floor
  •  Point your toes and lock your knees
  •  Your kicks should go no higher than 60° from the floor
  • Keep your abs engaged throughout the entire set

 

Home Workout for Core

Home Workout for Core

HOW DO THE CORE MUSCLES WORK?

A brief understanding…

The Immortal Training approach to training the abdominal group is always functional. That means that we aren’t going to waste our time focusing on a bunch of small movements like crunches and sit-ups. And if we do include any of those exercises they will be tweaked in a way as to engage the core correctly. Working together, the core muscles’ main job is to anchor and balance the body, in most cases, while the bigger muscles work. You may notice that when you go to perform a dead lift, bracing your abs is the first thing that happens. This is an example of how the core works – typically, never alone.

DO I NEED ANY EQUIPMENT?

Here’s what you need…

  • Kettle Bell or Home Made Kettle Bell (see video)
  • Resistance Bands

LET’S GET IT!

Watch the video below to for instructions on how to perform each exercise.

Go here for my recommended warm-ups: https://youtu.be/JFdvISOXmY4

CIRCUIT 1:

  • Turkish Get-Up – 4-5 reps on each side
  • Banded Double Crunch or Double Crunch – 8-10 reps
  • Climbing Plank – 8-10 reps
  • 1-2 min rest
  • 3-5 sets

CIRCUIT 2:

  • Fighter Pilot Sit-Up – 8-10 reps on each side
  • Starfish Plank – 6-8 reps on each side
  • Swim Kicks – 10-20 reps on each side
  • 1-2 min rest
  • 3-5 sets

CIRCUIT 3:

  • Resistance Band Wood Chop – 10-12 reps on each side
  • V Toe Touches – 8-10 reps on each side
  • Hip Raises – 8-10 reps
  • 1-2 min rest
  • 3-5 sets

GO GET ‘EM IMMORTALS!

 

 

You can also try this home workout for legs!: https://immortal-training.com/home-workout-for-legs/