Main muscle
Supporting
Beginner
Donkey kick
On all fours, one straight leg kicks back and up. No equipment.
- Works
- GlutesHamstrings
- Equipment
- No equipment
How to do it
- 1Kneel on all fours with your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
- 2Keep your back flat and your stomach tight.
- 3Kick one leg straight back and up until it's in line with your body.
- 4Lower it slowly, then switch legs after the set.
Coach's tips
- Don't arch your lower back to lift the leg higher.
Other ways to train this
Same muscles, different equipment. Closest match first.