How to do a Loop Band Glute Kickback

Reviewed by JP Michelsen, CPT, B.A. Kinesiology

About Loop Band Glute Kickback

Sets Logged
75,811
Popularity Rank
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Difficulty
Beginner
Glutes Strength
92 mSCORE 17th
Equipment Required

Target muscles worked

Primary Muscles
Glutes
Secondary Muscles
None

Instructions for Proper Form

An isolation exercise, the Loop Band Glute Kickback targets the glutes with enhanced resistance from the loop band. It's excellent for sculpting and strengthening the glutes, offering a range of motion and resistance not easily achieved with weights.

  1. Position yourself on the ground supporting yourself on your hands and knees.
  2. Hold the band in each hand and secure the loop in the midfoot area of one foot.
  3. Brace your core and maintain a flat back as you extend your leg back and up.
 Control the resistance back to the starting position at a normal pace and repeat the movement.
  4. Switch sides once one side is complete.

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