Single-leg Hip Raise with Knee Hold
Muscle Groups: Glutes
Single-leg Hip Raise with Knee Hold focuses on Glutes, with Hips, Hamstrings working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Single-leg Hip Raise with Knee Hold 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.
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Cross one ankle over the opposite knee, then grasp the knee of the crossed leg with both hands.
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Engage your glutes and push through the heel of your grounded foot to lift your hips off the floor.
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Continue lifting until your body forms a straight line from your shoulders to your knee.
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Slowly lower your hips back down to the starting position with control.
Secondary Muscles
While Single-leg Hip Raise with Knee Hold primarily targets Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hips, Hamstrings . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
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These exercises work the same primary muscles as Single-leg Hip Raise with Knee Hold, 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.
