How to do it
Keep both hips level and squared forward throughout the lift.
- 1
Stand with your feet hip-width apart and hold onto a chair or wall for balance.
- 2
Bend one knee to 90 degrees and lift that leg straight back without arching your back.
- 3
Squeeze your glutes at the top of the movement.
- 4
Lower your leg back to the starting position with control.
- 5
Complete all reps on one side before switching to the other leg.
Expert tip
Focus on squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement to fully engage the muscles and increase the effectiveness of the exercise.
Common mistakes
- ✕Arching the lower back to lift the leg
- ✕Straightening the bent knee during the lift
- ✕Swinging the leg backward with momentum