Hip exercises

Barbell Plie Squat is a barbell squat with a particularly wide stance and outward-directed knees. The demonstrated version uses a wider stance and a more outward knee path than the separate Barbell Sumo Squat variation. The quadriceps, glutes and hip adductors work together to raise the body against the load.

Moving Child Pose is a dynamic mobility variation of Child's Pose. It is used to explore comfortable movement through the shoulders, thoracic spine, hips, and back rather than holding a single static position.

Roll Tensor Fasciae Latae is a self-myofascial release drill for the tensor fasciae latae at the outer front of the hip. It is used for local tissue work around the lateral hip and upper thigh.

The Sumo Squat off Stepbox is a lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and inner thighs. By performing this squat variation on a stepbox, you increase the range of motion and engage stabilizing muscles for improved balance and strength.

The Sumo Squat With Smith Machine is a lower body exercise targeting the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and inner thighs. This variation of the squat involves a wider stance and utilizes the Smith machine for stability and control, allowing for a focused engagement of the lower body muscles.

Lizard Pose is a yoga mobility posture that emphasizes the hip flexors, groin, and front of the hip. It is used to explore comfortable hip opening and lower-body flexibility in a low lunge position.

Cable Hip Adduction is an isolation lower-body exercise that uses cable resistance to train the inner-thigh adductors. It develops hip-adduction strength and single-leg balance control.

Hip Circles are a dynamic warm-up exercise that targets the hip joints, improving flexibility and mobility. This exercise involves rotating the hips in a circular motion, which helps to loosen tight muscles and prepare the body for more intense physical activity. It is particularly beneficial for athletes and individuals engaging in lower body workouts.

Standing Air Bike is a standing bodyweight exercise combining alternating knee lifts with opposite-arm movement and trunk rotation. It engages the abdominal muscles and hip flexors while adding coordination and rhythmic movement to a warm-up or conditioning session.

The Hopping High Knee Tap is a dynamic cardio exercise that targets the lower body, particularly the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and glutes. It also engages the core for stability and balance. This exercise involves alternating high knee lifts with a hop, tapping each knee with the opposite hand.

90 To 90 Stretch is a seated hip-mobility exercise that alternates between two 90-degree leg positions. It focuses on the hip rotators and gluteal region.

The Resistance Band Hip Adduction exercise targets the inner thigh muscles, specifically the adductors. It involves using a resistance band to create tension, which helps in strengthening and toning the inner thighs. This exercise is beneficial for improving hip stability and overall lower body strength.

Barbell Sumo Squat is a wide-stance squat with a barbell across the upper back. It trains the quadriceps and glutes, with the hip adductors contributing to the ascent. The demonstrated stance and outward knee path are less pronounced than in the separate Barbell Plie Squat variation.

Leg Swings are a dynamic stretching exercise that targets the hip flexors, hamstrings, and glutes. They are commonly used as a warm-up to increase flexibility and range of motion in the lower body, preparing it for more intense physical activity.

The Seated Hip Adduction exercise targets the adductor muscles of the inner thighs. It is performed using a specialized machine that allows you to bring your legs together against resistance. This exercise is beneficial for strengthening and toning the inner thigh muscles, improving stability and balance.