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Side Lying Hip Extension

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Side Lying Hip Extension Overview

The side lying hip extension workout primarily engages the glutes using bodyweight.

While it may also involve secondary muscles, the focus is on activating and strengthening the glute muscles.

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Side Lying Hip Extension Instructions

  1. Lie on your side with your legs straight and stacked on top of each other.
  2. Place your bottom arm straight out in front of you, resting your head on it for support.
  3. Bend your top knee and place your foot flat on the ground in front of your bottom leg.
  4. Engage your glutes and lift your bottom leg off the ground as high as you can without rotating your hips.
  5. Lower your leg back down to the starting position.

Side Lying Hip Extension Tips

  1. Position yourself on your side with your legs stacked and knees slightly bent.
  2. Place your top hand on the ground in front of your chest for stability.
  3. Engage your core muscles by pulling your belly button towards your spine.
  4. Slowly lift your top leg towards the ceiling, keeping it straight and in line with your body.
  5. Focus on squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement to maximize engagement.
  6. Lower your leg back down with control, but avoid letting it touch your bottom leg.
  7. Repeat the exercise for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.

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