Donkey Kick
Donkey Kick is a bodyweight legs exercise for the glutes. If you cannot do it, Cable Glute Kickback or Glute Kickback Machine are good swaps.
Muscles worked
Glutes · main
How to do it
- Start on your hands and knees, hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
- Keep your back flat and your core braced.
- Press one heel up towards the ceiling, knee bent at 90°, until your thigh is in line with your back.
- Lower it without touching the floor and repeat.
Watch out: Arching your lower back or twisting your hips to get the leg higher.
Alternatives
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