Marching Hip Raise
Muscle Groups: Glutes
Marching Hip Raise focuses on Glutes, with Hamstrings, Quads, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Marching Hip Raise with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor, hip-width apart. Place your arms at your sides for support.
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Push through your heels to lift your hips towards the ceiling, squeezing your glutes at the top of the movement.
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Lower your hips back to the floor, keeping your feet planted.
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Repeat the movement while marching your legs one at a time, lifting your knees towards your chest.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Marching Hip Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core engaged to maintain stability during the exercise.
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Do not over-extend your back; keep your hips and spine in a straight line at the top of the lift.
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Ensure your feet stay flat and your knees don't collapse inward when lifting your hips.
Secondary Muscles
While Marching Hip Raise primarily targets Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, Quads, Hips . 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 Marching Hip Raise, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Marching 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.
