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Donkey Kick

Glutes Bodyweight

Description

The donkey kick exercise is a bodyweight movement that targets the gluteus maximus and hamstrings. To perform a donkey kick, individuals start on all fours with hands directly under shoulders and knees under hips. Then, they lift one leg upward, keeping the knee bent at a 90-degree angle and the foot flexed, while engaging the glutes, before returning to the starting position. This exercise helps to strengthen and tone the glutes, improving overall lower body strength and stability while also promoting better posture and balance.

How To

01 Start on all fours, hands under shoulders, knees under hips
02 Brace your core, flatten your back
03 Drive one heel toward the ceiling, knee bent
04 Squeeze your glute hard at the top
05 Lower with control without touching down, then switch legs

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