How to do a donkey kicks

Lower bodyBodyweightBeginner

On all fours, kick one bent leg up behind you — targeted, joint-friendly glute work.

How to do it

1Start on your hands and knees
2Kick one heel up toward the ceiling, knee bent
3Squeeze your glute at the top, lower with control

Common mistakes

×Arching your lower back to lift higher
×Swinging the leg instead of squeezing

Muscles worked

Glutes

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