Straight leg kickbacks

How to do it

1. Set upOn your hands and knees.
2. MoveExtend one leg straight back, then lift it up behind you as high as your back stays flat and lower it, keeping it straight. Switch legs halfway.
3. Watch forRotating your hip to lift higher. Point your toes at the floor.

Easier or harder

Easier

Donkey kicks: bent knee.

Harder

Straight leg kickback pulses (right).

What it works

Muscles

Glutes & hamstrings

Position

Plank / all fours

Intensity

Easy Easy

Impact

No jumping

Swap it for

• Donkey kicks
• Glute bridges both legs
• Glute bridge pulses
• Glute bridge marches
• Low plank rocks
• Bear hold