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Exercise Ball One Leg Diagonal Kick

Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Exercise Ball One Leg Diagonal Kick.

MediumGlutesHamstrings

About this exercise

A glute and hamstring exercise performed lying on your back with one heel on a stability ball and the hips lifted into a bridge. From this one-leg bridge the free leg kicks diagonally up and across the body, while the supporting leg and core work to keep the ball steady.

How to Perform

  • Lie on your back with one heel on the ball and your arms flat beside you
  • Press through the heel to lift your hips into a bridge
  • Kick the free leg diagonally up and across your body
  • Keep your hips level and the ball steady throughout
  • Lower the leg with control, complete the repetitions, then switch sides

Muscle Activation

Primary
GlutesHamstrings
Secondary
Abs

Common Mistakes

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About the Exercise Ball One Leg Diagonal Kick

The Exercise Ball One Leg Diagonal Kick 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.