Bent Leg Kickback (kneeling)

Bent Leg Kickback demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Kneel on the floor or an exercise mat and position your hands under your shoulders.
  • 2Keeping your knee bent at a 90-degree angle, lift one leg up until your thigh is parallel to the floor.
  • 3Pause at the peak of the movement and squeeze your glutes.
  • 4Lower your leg back down to the starting position in a controlled manner.
  • 5Repeat with the other leg.

Tips:

  • Keep your core tight throughout the movement
  • Try not to use your lower back to lift the leg, instead use your glutes.
  • Maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement.
  • Don't rush the exercise. Do the movements in a slow, controlled manner.

Bent Leg Kickback Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs