Type: Glute Isolation
Primary Muscles: Gluteus Maximus
Secondary Muscles: Core, Hamstrings
Exercise Key Form:
1. Start in an all-fours position with hands under shoulders and knees under hips.
2. Keep knee bent at 90 degrees and lift one leg toward the ceiling.
3. Squeeze glutes at the top, then lower with control.
4. Repeat on the other side.
NASM-CPT Tip: Keep movements slow and avoid excessive arching in the lower back.
Why This Exercise Is Important: Isolates and strengthens the glutes, improving stability and lower-body power.
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