How to Do
How to Do Hip Extension With Band
This exercise may be performed by healthy exercisers with good flexibility in the legs and hips as well as good single-leg balance.
Any muscle tightness or weakness must be addressed prior to attempting this exercise.
Be certain to perform this exercise as long as good form and balance may be maintained throughout.
If any pain or discomfort occurs in the hips, knees, and or ankles, discontinue this exercise.
Beginning
Beginning Banded Hip Extension
1. Stand with both feet hip-width apart. Attach the band tubing around the right ankle.
2. Suck in the tummy, drawing the navel towards the spine.
3. Keep the chest high, the shoulders rolled back, and hands on hips.
4. Raise both arms up in front of the body until they are parallel with the floor. Balance on the left leg.
Movement
Banded Hip Extension Movement
1. Focusing the eyes straight ahead, slowly swing the right leg behind you.
2. Balance for 2-4 seconds before slowly coming back to your starting position.
3. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions. Then, switch to the opposite leg and repeat the exercise.
Benefits
Banded Hip Extension Benefits
Hip Flexion with Band Tubing is an intermediate exercise that increases strength and balance in the CORE, hips, and legs.
Exercise Aliases
Thera-Band Tubing Standing Hip Flexion, Hip Flexion with Band Exercise, Hip Flexion Exercise with Bands, Hip Flexor Resistance Band Workout.
