Hip Swing
Muscle Groups: Quads, Shoulders
Hip Swing focuses on Quads, Shoulders, with Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Hip Swing with proper form and technique.
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Stand tall with your feet hip-width apart and arms at your sides.
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Shift your weight to your left leg and swing your right leg forward, keeping it straight.
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Swing your leg back, maintaining control, and repeat for the desired reps.
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Switch sides and repeat the movement with your left leg.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Hip Swing safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to maintain balance while swinging your leg.
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Avoid swinging your leg too high to prevent straining your lower back.
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Ensure that your supporting leg stays slightly bent for stability and control.
Secondary Muscles
While Hip Swing primarily targets Quads, Shoulders , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Glutes, Hamstrings, Calves . 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 Hip Swing, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Hip Swing, 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.
