Reviewed exercise · beginner

Cable Glute Kickback

A accessory isolation movement for glutes.

Equipment

cables

Typical range

10–25 reps

Also trains

hamstrings, core

Set up

Secure an ankle cuff to a low cable and brace against the station.

Execute

Extend the hip with a soft knee, then return without losing trunk position.

Complete the final repetition with the same controlled path, then return the load safely.

Coaching cues

• Move from the hip.
• Use a repeatable range.

Common mistakes

• Arching the back to create extra range.
• Adding load after position or control is lost.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.