Straight Leg Kickback (kneeling) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Kneeling Glute Kickback
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Straight Leg Kickback (kneeling)
- Start in a kneeling position with your hands on the ground beneath your shoulders.
- Keeping your knee bent, lift one leg behind you while keeping your foot flexed.
- Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement before lowering the leg back down.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions then switch legs.
Common Mistakes
- Arching the back instead of keeping the core engaged.
- Letting the supporting knee roll out to the side.
- Kicking the leg too high or with too much force.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise while resting your knee on a cushion if experiencing discomfort.
- Adjust the height of your leg kick based on your comfort level.
Tips
- Keep your hips squared to the ground to maintain proper form.
- Engage your core for stability while performing the kickback.
- Control the movement – avoid using momentum.
Straight Leg Kickback (kneeling) Alternatives
Tags
glutes
strength
hips
bodyweight
beginner
core
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