The movement jacks your heart rate up and works your entire core and back, making flutter kicks a very effective movement —great for firing up your whole midsection, says Miklaus. And building that core strength is important, since it helps keep your body stable when you’re on the bike.
Read moreHow many calories do kicks burn?
A 130-pound person burns about 5.9 calories per minute casually kicking a soccer ball around, compared to the 9.3 calories burned by a person weighing 155 pounds. A 190-pound person will burn around 11.5 calories per minute during casual play.
Read moreAre flutter kicks effective?
Flutter kicks can be an effective way to work your lower abdominal muscles . It’s important to perform this exercise safely and with proper form.
Read moreHow long should I do flutter kicks for?
Traditional flutter kick Hold for 2 seconds, then switch the position of the legs, making a flutter kick motion. For more of a challenge, lift your head and neck off the floor. Repeat this motion for up to 30 seconds .
Read moreHow many flutter kicks should I do per minute?
Try to complete 2 or 3 sets of 15 to 20 repetitions or do 2 or 3, 30-second sets. For a modified and easier version of the flutter kicks exercise, keep your head on the mat, your arms by your sides and keep your knees slightly bent.
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