Donkey Kick

Exercise Overview

This is a hip extensor bodyweight strengthening exercise. Start by going on your knees and hands on a padded surface. Keep the core braced and spine in neutral as you extend one leg out behind you. Extend the hip without extending the back and return to starting position to complete a repetition. Be sure to keep the pelvis squared forwards during this exercise.

Muscles Involved

HamstringsBiceps FemorisSemimebranosusSemitendinosusGluteus Maximus

Related Conditions

Hamstrings Tendinitis / Hamstrings TendinopathyYoga ButtGlute AmnesiaGlute StrainGlute TendinitisHamstrings StrainSIJ SyndromeHip Spine Syndrome

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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