Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Cable Glute Kickback, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Gluteus maximus |
| Also | Hamstrings |
Setup
Keep the torso still and extend the hip rather than leaning forward.
How to do it well
- Attach an ankle strap to a low pulley
- Kick the leg straight back
- Squeeze the glute at the top
Common mistakes
- Arching the lower back to swing the leg
- Using momentum
Free programs with Cable Glute Kickback
Similar exercises
- Cable Pull-through
- 45-Degree Back Extension
- Band Glute Bridge
- Band Hip Thrust
- Barbell Hip Thrust
- Curtsy Lunge
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.