Hip - Extension
Expert Advice
Focus on using your glutes and hamstrings to perform the movement, and avoid arching your lower back excessively.
How-to-do Steps
- Stand upright with your feet hip-width apart.
- Shift your weight to one foot.
- Keeping your moving leg straight, lift it behind you without bending at the waist.
- Lift your leg as high as you can without compromising your posture.
- Hold the position briefly, then lower your leg back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching legs.
Details
Primary
Glutes50%
Hamstrings50%
Equipment
Body weight
Exercise Type
Stretching
