Description

The kickback is an exercise that trains the gluteus maximus (large gluteal muscle) in isolation. This exercise is also known as "donkey kicks".

Exercise

Kickbacks

Leg angled

Type: Unilateral Rest: 150s Equipment: Kurzhantel

Tutorial

1

Stand on four feet. Hands and knees are on the floor, back is straight and horizontal. Knee joints are bent at 90°. Position a dumbbell in the back of your left knee. This is your starting position.
2

Bring your left leg straight up until the maximum contraction in your butt is reached. Your knee joint remains bent at a 90° angle. Your lower back should remain straight and not hollow. Exhale as you do this.
3

Slowly lower your left leg in a controlled manner until you are back in the starting position. Breathe in as you do so.
4

One repetition has now been completed. Repeat this process for the specified number of repetitions, first with your left side and then with your right side.

Tip

Keep your back straight throughout the exercise. Use the full range of motion! Make sure that you go all the way up when lifting your leg until your buttock muscles are fully contracted. However, only bring it back as far as you can as long as your lower back remains straight and does not hunch over. Try to consciously engage your butt muscles.