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Cable Kickback

Gluteus maximus (upper fibres)

Constant cable tension makes this a top upper-glute builder. Lean forward and keep the movement in your hip.

Set up

  • Attach an ankle strap to a low cable.
  • Hold the machine, hinge forward slightly, standing leg soft.

How to do it

  1. 1Kick the strapped leg back and slightly out, leading with the heel.
  2. 2Stop when you feel a hard glute squeeze — before your back arches.
  3. 3Return slowly until your foot is just in front of the standing foot.

Form cues

  • Lean forward, hips square
  • Heel leads the way
  • Squeeze, don't swing

Common mistakes

  • Arching the lower back to go higher
  • Using momentum
  • Standing bolt upright

Make it work for you

Easier
Lighter weight with a 2-second hold
Harder
Slow 3-second return
Gym
Cable with ankle strap

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