Exercise library
Glutes
Cable Glute Kickback
- Primary muscle
- Glutes
- Also works
- Hamstrings
- Equipment
- Cable
- Movement pattern
- Elbow extension
- Role in a program
- Accessory
How to do it
Attach an ankle strap to a low pulley and face the machine holding a support. Kick the working leg straight back by squeezing the glute, then return under control without arching the low back.
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.
- Band Glute KickbackBandElbow extension
- Machine Glute KickbackMachineElbow extension
- Cable Hip AbductionCableHinge
- Cable Hip ThrustCableHinge
- Cable Pull-ThroughCableHinge
- Band Hip AbductionBandHinge
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the glutes: