Glute Kickbacks
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
Glute kickbacks target the gluteus maximus, enhancing the shape and strength of the glutes. This exercise is performed on all fours and involves extending one leg upwards and backwards, which helps in developing and toning the lower body without the need for equipment.
How to do it
- Start on all fours with your hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
- Keep the core engaged and back straight.
- Extend one leg back and upward, keeping the knee bent.
- Squeeze the glutes at the top of the movement.
- Lower the leg back to the starting position and repeat.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Maximus
Secondary Erector Spinae Gluteus Medius Gluteus Minimus Hamstrings