Instructions for Standing Glute Kickback
- Adjust the leg padding height on the machine and place the proper weight on the stack to prepare for the standing glute kickback.
- Lift your left leg and tuck the cushion beneath your left knee in place.
- Maintain a small bend in your left knee while standing and holding onto the bar.Maintain a straight back and an upward gaze. This is where everything begin.
- Extend your left leg as far back as is comfortable and slowly press it behind you.
- After a little pause gradually move your knee back out in front of you to the beginning position.
- After completing the required number of reps switch to using your right leg.
Exercise Advice:
- Squeeze your glutes while performing this exercise slowly and deliberately.
- Choose a weight that won’t cause you to jerk as you move it. Remain still as much as you can, limiting your movement to the working leg’s hip and knee joints.
- When your leg is completely stretched take a few seconds to pause and clench your glutes to intensify the exercise.
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