Hip Lift

How to Left Hip Lift

Primary Muscles: Legs,  Glutes

Exercise Families: Hip Abduction

Equipment: Bodyweight

Trainer: Ashley Steele

Steps:

1. Lie on your right side with your head resting on your arms. Keep both knees straight with your left leg stacked on top of your right.

2. Tighten your glutes to lift your left hip in the air approximately 30-degrees. Hold the up-position for 1 - 2 seconds, and slowly return to the starting position.

3. Continue for the specified amount of time or repetitions. Keep your core strong, not allowing your pelvis to move as you lift your left leg. 

Alternative Exercises:

Hip Lift Isometric Hold • Glute Clam

How to Right Hip Lift

Primary Muscles: Legs,  Glutes

Exercise Families: Hip Abduction

Equipment: Bodyweight

Trainer: Ashley Steele

Steps:

1. Lie on your left side with your head resting on your arms. Keep both knees straight with your right leg stacked on top of your left.

2. Tighten your glutes to lift your right hip in the air approximately 30-degrees. Hold the up-position for 1 - 2 seconds, and slowly return to the starting position.

3. Continue for the specified amount of time or repetitions. Keep your core strong, not allowing your pelvis to move as you lift your right leg. 

Alternative Exercises:

Hip Pulse • Straight-Leg Glute Pulse