Walk Like a Duck

Duck Walks are…quack, quack, quack…intense! In nature, we see animals suited perfectly to their environment in order to help them survive. Ducks have powerful, lean legs that they are constantly using to help propel them in water and on land. And by imitating their movement, you too can take advantage of their technique to develop strong legs, glutes and core. 

                                                         

Duck Walks are intense because pressure remains on your glutes and thigh muscles during the entire movement.  This constant pressure, on the same muscle fibers causes them to fatigue quickly giving you an incredible workout

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To perform a Duck Walk properly;

Ø      Stand with your feet shoulder width apart…quack.

Ø      Squat down as if you’re sitting on an imaginary chair…quack, quack.

Ø      Take alternating steps forward, keep your buttocks as low as you can, maintain tension on your legs at all times…quack, quack, quack.

Ø      You can cross your arms over your chest or hold them out in front of you. No need to flap your arms like a duck though…no quack.

Ø      Did I mention you have to keep your buttocks low? Saying quack is optional

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This exercise requires agility, strength, balance and control.  Once you’ve mastered the basic movement, choose your pace and distanced based on your fitness level. Now get Duck Walking…quack, quack, quack.