Technique
Lie on your side with legs stacked. Lift the top leg straight up while keeping it in line with your body, then lower it back down with control.
A targeted glute and hip exercise performed while lying on your side, focusing on hip abduction to strengthen the gluteus medius and improve hip stability.
Lie on your side with legs stacked. Lift the top leg straight up while keeping it in line with your body, then lower it back down with control.
Lie on your side with legs stacked, body in a straight line, and head supported by your arm or a pillow.
Return to the starting position with the leg lowered back down, maintaining proper form throughout the movement.
Keep leg straight, control the movement, engage glutes, maintain alignment
Swinging the leg, arching back, not controlling movement, poor alignment
Add ankle weights, increase reps, try different angles, or perform standing version.
Reduce range of motion, perform with bent knee, or use resistance bands.
Maintain proper form to avoid hip strain. Stop if you experience pain in hips, lower back, or knees. Consult a professional if you have hip issues.