Standing Rear-leg Raise

Primary muscles
Glutes, Hamstrings
Secondary muscles
Lower back
Equipment
Body weight
Movement pattern
None

Steps

  1. 1 Stand facing a wall, placing both hands on it for support at shoulder height.
  2. 2 Hinge forward at your hips, keeping your back straight, and lift one foot slightly off the floor.
  3. 3 Keeping your leg straight, extend it directly backward and upward as high as comfortable, squeezing your glute.
  4. 4 Slowly lower your leg back to the starting position, maintaining control.
  5. 5 Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch to the other leg.

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