External Hip Raise
Muscle Groups: Abductors
External Hip Raise focuses on Abductors, with Glutes working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform External Hip Raise with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie on your side with your bottom arm extended forward for support and your top arm resting on your hip or the floor.
- 2
Stack your legs and keep them straight, with your feet together.
- 3
Keeping your top leg straight, raise it directly upwards towards the ceiling as high as comfortable.
- 4
Slowly lower your leg back down to the starting position.
- 5
Complete all repetitions on one side, then switch to the other side.
Secondary Muscles
While External Hip Raise primarily targets Abductors , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed External Hip Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as External Hip Raise, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
