Cable kickback (VERSION 2) (female)

Cable kickback demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Attach a ankle strap to a low pulley. Then attach the ankle strap to your ankle.
  • 2Face the pulley and hold onto the machine for balance.
  • 3Keeping your core tight, kick back your leg straight behind you, contracting your glutes.
  • 4Hold for a second and then slowly return your leg back to the starting position.
  • 5Perform the desired number of repetitions and then switch legs.

Tips:

  • Keep your hips square to the machine throughout the exercise.
  • Keep a slight bend in your knees for stability.
  • Do not arch your back during the exercise.
  • Focus on using your glutes and hamstrings, not your lower back to kick the leg back.

Cable kickback Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs