How to do it
Keep your weight evenly distributed between both hands and the support knee.
- 1
Secure the band around one ankle and anchor it to a low point in front of you.
- 2
Get on your hands and knees with the banded leg extended back.
- 3
Kick the banded leg back and up, keeping your knee straight.
- 4
Slowly return to the starting position.
- 5
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Expert tip
Focus on squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement for maximum engagement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Bending the knee during the kick
- ✕Arching the lower back to lift higher
- ✕Swinging the leg up with momentum