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Hip/Knee

Standing Hip Extension

Stand and reach one leg backward to train the glutes without loading the spine much.

  • Glute strength

Standard dose

Sets
2
Reps / hold
12 each side
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How to do it

Follow the steps in order. Move in a comfortable range unless your provider said otherwise.

  1. Stand tall holding a counter for balance if needed.
  2. Keep the knee mostly straight and reach one leg back a short distance.
  3. Squeeze the buttock, then return.