Standing Hip Circles

Stretching · Beginner · Abductors

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Primary muscles
Abductors
Secondary
Adductors
Equipment
Body only
Force
Pull
Mechanic
Isolation
Level
Beginner

Muscles worked

Abductors

Also works: Adductors

How to do itStanding Hip Circles

  1. 1Begin standing on one leg, holding to a vertical support.
  2. 2Raise the unsupported knee to 90 degrees. This will be your starting position.
  3. 3Open the hip as far as possible, attempting to make a big circle with your knee.
  4. 4Perform this movement slowly for a number of repetitions, and repeat on the other side.

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