How to do a standing kickbacks

Lower bodyBodyweightBeginner

Standing tall, kick one leg straight back and squeeze — simple, balance-friendly glute work.

How to do it

1Stand tall, hold something for balance if you need it
2Kick one leg straight back, squeezing your glute
3Lower with control, don't swing

Common mistakes

×Arching your back to kick higher
×Using momentum instead of a squeeze

Muscles worked

Glutes

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