Slow Glute Side Kicks

Start from standing, grab a stationary object for support, with feet shoulder-width apart. Place the other hand on your waist as you raise your outside leg and pivot your standing foot so the heel is facing outward. Bring the knee up and close into your chest. Slowly extend that leg outward to full extension pushing out with the heel and then bring your leg back to start position. Do all of this slow and controlled to the count of 3.. Do not allow your knee to drop down below waist height. The higher the better. Not only are you working your glutes and outer thighs, but you are learning a martial art side kick..