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Cable Glute Kickback

StrengthBeginnerCable

What this trains

Front and back view. The highlighted part is where this exercise works most; paler areas are helpers.

Targets: Glute max

Primary: Glutes

Secondary: Hamstrings

How to

  1. 1Attach an ankle strap to a low pulley and fasten it to one ankle. Hold the machine for balance and lean slightly forward.
  2. 2Kick your working leg straight back and up, squeezing your glute.
  3. 3Return slowly without letting the weight stack touch down.
  4. 4Keep your hips square and do not arch your lower back to get extra height.