Week 146: How to Perform Shoulders Elevated Hip Lift
- Keep It Moving PT & Wellness
- Jun 30
- 2 min read
The sun is out, and we all want to feeling our best (and maybe looking our best too!) so this month's theme is Summer 6-Pack. We'll be providing drills to help you build functional strength while also working on those vanity muscles a bit too ;-) Also keep your eyes peeled for our Summer 6-Pack Deal that's going on for the entire month of July!
Exercise: How to Perform Shoulders Elevated Hip Lift
Purpose: To build strength and endurance in the glutes and hamstrings with low orthopedic cost
Who It's For: All the weekend warriors - Mountain bikers, NEMBA members (IYKYK), road bikers, gravel bikers, cycle cross athletes, triathletes, unicyclers, tandem bike enthusiasts, marathon runners, hikers, etc.
Why We Love It: Because we need to be able to not only access our hamstrings and glutes, but we need them strong for all the summer's activities
Procedure:
Lie on your back with your shoulders resting on a bench or box and your feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Bend your knees to about 90°.
Brace your core and keep your chin slightly tucked.
Drive through your heels and squeeze your glutes to lift your hips until your shoulders, hips, and knees form a straight line.
Pause at the top for 1–2 seconds while maintaining a neutral spine. Avoid arching your lower back.
Slowly lower your hips until they are just above the floor, maintaining control.
Repeat for 8-12 reps.
Are you sore and just need some TLC? Let's Foam Roll The Glutes instead.
*Disclaimer: Not all exercises are suitable for everyone, and participation in novel activities may increase the risk of adverse effects such as pain, soreness, or injury. Please consult with your Physician or a local Physical Therapist prior to attempting any exercise you feel uncomfortable performing. If adverse reactions occur, discontinue performance of the exercise and consult your physician or trusted clinician for evaluation.
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