Exercises/Strength

Hip Extension with Bands - starting position

Start

Hip Extension with Bands - ending position

End

Strength

Hip Extension with Bands

beginnerbands·compound·push

Muscles Worked

Primary

gemellus inferior gemellus superior gluteus maximus gluteus medius gluteus minimus piriformis quadratus femoris

Secondary

biceps femoris gracilis popliteus semimembranosus semitendinosus

How to Perform

1

Secure one end of the band to the lower portion of a post and attach the other to one ankle.

2

Facing the attachment point of the band, hold on to the column to stabilize yourself.

3

Keeping your head and your chest up, move the resisted leg back as far as you can while keeping the knee straight.

4

Return the leg to the starting position.

Alternatives to Hip Extension with Bands

Same muscles, different equipment or difficulty

Compare

Hip Extension with Bands vs Ankle On The Knee→Hip Extension with Bands vs Barbell Glute Bridge→Hip Extension with Bands vs Barbell Hip Thrust→

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