Kneeling Single Kickback (female)

Kneeling Single Kickback demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Start by kneeling on all fours with your knees hip-width apart and your hands directly under your shoulders on the floor.
  • 2Tighten your core and lift one leg off the floor, bending at the knee so your leg forms a 90-degree angle.
  • 3Kick back and push your heel towards the ceiling until your thigh is parallel to the floor.
  • 4Hold for a second, then return to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the other leg.

Tips:

  • Keep your back and neck straight during the whole exercise.
  • Keep your glutes and core tight during the whole exercise.
  • Do not swing the leg. Move it in controlled motion.
  • Always inhale as you bring your leg back to the starting position and exhale as you kick it back.

Kneeling Single Kickback Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs