Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left)
Expert Advice
Focus on using your glutes to lift your leg and avoid arching your back excessively.
How-to-do Steps
- Start in a kneeling position with your hands under your shoulders and knees under your hips.
- Keeping your left leg straight, lift it up behind you, squeezing your glutes.
- Lower the leg back to the starting position without touching the floor.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching to the right leg.
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Muscles Worked
Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left) primarily targets the Glutes, with Strength mechanics using Body Weight. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary

Glutes100%
Equipment
Body Weight

Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left) work?
Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left) primarily targets the Glutes. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Body Weight.
How many sets and reps should I do for Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left)?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left) suitable for beginners?
Kneeling Straight Leg Kickback (V2) (left) is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.