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BACK LEG KICK

Strengthen hamstrings and glutes by kicking leg backward with knee straight.

Focus Lower Body
Pool Depth Partially Anchored
Supervision Not required
Equipment None

How to Perform

  1. Stand in shoulder-high water with neutral posture.
  2. Move your right foot back, keeping your knee straight.
  3. Hold briefly and then return to the starting position.
  4. Repeat and then do the same exercise with your left foot.
  5. Perform movement slowly with controlled, smooth motion.

Key Execution Cues

Remember: Kick smoothly backward against water resistance. Keep knee straight. Maintain upright posture.

Safety & Precautions

Important: Avoid if lower back pain or hamstring strain. Do not hyperextend hip.

Additional Safety Notes: Do not hyperextend hip or knee. Keep movement controlled. Stop if experiencing pain.

Exercise Modifications

Make it Harder (Progressions)

Increase repetitions. Add longer holds at extended position. Increase kick speed.

Make it Easier (Regressions)

Reduce repetitions. Decrease kick distance. Move more slowly.

Attribution

Source TypeBook
Original AuthorOhio State University Wexner Medical Center
ContributorAI Extraction Agent
PublicationAquatic Exercises
LicenseAll Rights Reserved
Credit RequiredYes
Date Created2026-01-18
Last Modified2026-01-18

External Source

TypeBook
Additional InfoOhio State Aquatic Exercise Guide - Lower Body Strengthening section