Let’s elevate your kickbacks… literally.

Let’s elevate your kickbacks… literally. Grab a plate or something sturdy to stand on so your non-working leg is slightly elevated. This helps the working leg hover freely, keeps constant tension on the glute, and gives you a smoother, more controlled range of motion. Now, point your toe slightly upward toward the ceiling. Here’s where the real burn comes in...time under tension. Hold for a 4 count at the top, a three-count at the bottom, and control the movement all the way through. Don’t rush it. The slower you go, the more your glutes have to work. ⚠️ CAUTION ⚠️ : not all cable machines are built the same. Check that your cable attachment lines up directly with your ankle. Sometimes that means clipping it to the very bottom link, sometimes it’s a few above—find what feels most natural and aligned. Then lean slightly forward, tuck your hips under to protect your lower back, and keep a soft bend in your standing leg. Grip the bar or post for support and move with intention, not momentum. Your glutes will thank you later. ♦️ Coach Nancy Di Nino I help fit women 40+ shed stubborn midlife fat, reclaim muscle, and build lean, strong, jaw-dropping bodies — despite age, hormones, or metabolism.