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Band Bent-over Hip Extension

An exercise for the Upper Legs - correct movement demonstrated with detailed steps.

Body partUpper Legs Target muscleGlutes EquipmentBand

Step by step

  1. Attach the band to a sturdy anchor point at ankle height.
  2. Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Step back to create tension in the band, keeping your knees slightly bent.
  4. Hinge at the hips and lean forward, maintaining a neutral spine.
  5. Extend your right leg straight back, squeezing your glutes at the top.
  6. Lower your right leg back down and repeat with the left leg.
  7. Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Glutes (primary)HamstringsLower Back

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