Week 90: Standing Hip Flexion with Loop Band Around Feet

Exercise: Standing Hip Flexion with Loop Band Around Feet

Purpose: To improve hip flexor strength and endurance, and core stability in a standing position

Who It's For: Anyone who needs improvement in hip flexor strength, endurance and core stability in a standing position

Why We Love It: Because it strengthens a muscle group that is often stretched when it needs to be strengthened

Procedure:

1. Stand with your legs parallel with feet shoulder width apart with a small loop band around your feet

2. Keeping your spine straight, lift one knee up towards your chest as high as you can without discomfort, without losing a stacked spinal position, and without losing balance

3. Return the foot to the ground and repeat on the other side. You should feel your core, hip flexors and quads working the most

4. Repeat 4-6 times on each leg

*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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