Runners Pulley Kickback Strap Below Knee
Cable kickback with the strap below the knee that targets the glutes in a runners-specific pattern.
Glutes & HipsIntermediateStrengthExtension
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: glutes. Secondary: hamstrings, core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Glutes & Hips |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Extension |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 15 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~26 kcal |
How to do it
- Attach a strap below the knee to a low pulley and face the machine.
- Kick the working leg back in a controlled runners-style pattern.
- Squeeze the glute at the end range.
- Return with control.
- Complete 15 reps then switch sides for 4 sets.
Equipment
- Cable Pulley
- Ankle Strap
Coaching tips
Benefits
Cable kickback with the strap below the knee that targets the glutes in a runners-specific pattern.
Common mistakes
Avoid arching the lower back or swinging the leg.
Make it harder
Increase weight or add a pause.
Make it easier
Reduce the weight or range.
Breathing
Exhale as you kick back, inhale as you return.
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