Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Cable Kneeling Glute Kickback.
A targeted glute isolation exercise performed on all fours in front of a low cable pulley with an ankle strap attached. By driving one leg back and up against the cable resistance, you maximally contract the gluteus maximus through a full range of motion.
The Cable Kneeling Glute Kickback is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
