Exercise library
Glutes
Band Glute Kickback
- Primary muscle
- Glutes
- Also works
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Band
- Movement pattern
- Elbow extension
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Loop a band around your ankles and hold a support while shifting weight to one leg. Kick the other leg straight back against the band, squeeze the glute, then return under control.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the glutes — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Cable Glute KickbackCableElbow extension
- Machine Glute KickbackMachineElbow extension
- Band Hip AbductionBandHinge
- Band Lateral WalkBandHinge
- Barbell Glute BridgeBarbellHinge
- Barbell Hip ThrustBarbellHinge
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the glutes: