Smith kneeling rear kick Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Smith machine
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Rear kick
How to: Smith kneeling rear kick
- Set the Smith machine bar at an appropriate height.
- Kneel on the ground with one knee and keep the other leg extended behind you.
- Grip the bar for stability and engage your core.
- Kick your extended leg back and up, squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement.
- Lower the leg back down and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the knee collapse inward during the kick.
- Not engaging the core for stabilization.
Modifications
- Perform the kick without a Smith machine for less resistance.
- Use a resistance band instead for a lighter modification.
Tips
- Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
Smith kneeling rear kick Alternatives
Tags
glutes
strength
hips
kicks
core
Smith machine