Alternate Donkey Kick (female)

Alternate Donkey Kick demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Get on all fours with your knees hip-width apart
  • 2Keep your right knee at a 90-degree angle as you slowly raise your leg behind you until your thigh is almost parallel with the floor.
  • 3Pulse your flexed foot toward the ceiling by squeezing your glutes.
  • 4Slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position.
  • 5Repeat with the other leg.

Tips:

  • Keep your neck neutral and avoid arching your back
  • Contract your abs to stabilize your body.
  • Perform the movement slowly and under control
  • Focus on your glutes and hamstrings while lifting your leg

Alternate Donkey Kick Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs