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3
 sets
Duration required
12
 reps
Focus Area required
1
 m 
30
 s rest

Cable Glute Kickback

Key Points

  • Hinge forward and hold for support.
  • Kick back and up in an arc until heel is at hip height.
  • Lower back down same path and repeat.

Common Mistakes

  • Swinging body for momentum.
  • Kicking straight back.
  • Twisting torso throughout.

Where you should 'feel it':

Primary Muscles:
Glutes
Secondary Muscles
Hamstrings

Set the cable to the lowest height then attach the ankle strap on the desired leg. Hinge forward to a 45-60 degree angle and grab the cable machine for support. Have your other foot firmly planted on the ground with a soft bend.

With a slight bend in the knee, kick your leg back and up in an arc until your heel is level with your hips. Then slowly lower it back down the same path to just in front of the other foot. Your heel should feel like it's swinging back. Repeat for the desired amount of repetitions.

Avoid kicking straight back instead of swinging in an arc and limit the use of upper body momentum.

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