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§ L · Exercises · GlutesUpdated 6/2026

Lever Standing Rear Kick

This exercise targets the glute in a stable position and is well suited for glute activation before heavier squat and hip hinge exercises.

Muscle group
Glutes
Equipment
Machine
Exercise type
Compound
Technique
Basic technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Glutes
Supporting muscles
Hamstrings

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Adjust the standing rear kick machine to fit you and stand against the support pad with your foot on the lever's footplate.

  2. 02

    Grip the handles, brace your core, and keep your hips level without bending at the hips.

  3. 03

    Drive your working leg backward and slightly upward against the lever until you achieve a strong glute squeeze without arching your lower back.

  4. 04

    Pause briefly at the end position and keep your knee slightly bent; do not lock your joints.

  5. 05

    Return your leg to the starting position under control and keep the tension on your glute throughout the entire range of motion.

How to get started at the gym

§ 03 · SisuLift

Lever Standing Rear Kick is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips

§ 04 · Tips

Keep your hips and chest stable and avoid rotation so the load stays on your glute. Use a controlled tempo and stop the range of motion before your lower back starts to compensate.

This exercise targets the glute in a stable position and is well suited for glute activation before heavier squat and hip hinge exercises.

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