Power House Challenge: Single Leg Kick

Single Leg Kick can be frustrating. One of my clients said, "I have no idea what you want me to do, so I just kick wildly, until you tell me it's time for rest pose." The goal is to kick, but with control.

Single Leg Kick

To gain more control, anchor the front of the hip to the Mat by activating your legs and glutes. Lift the power house away from the Mat, with shoulders away from the ears and collar bones wide. Think "length" through your spine and legs and "long neck." When instructed to kick, continue pressing your hips into the Mat (maintaining active legs and glutes), lifting your power house away from the Mat, and lengthening your spine. Your upper body should be still, hips quiet (not moving), and your kicks more controlled.