Suspension Hip Drop
Muscle Groups: Obliques, Lats
Suspension Hip Drop focuses on Obliques, Lats, with Abs working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Suspension Hip Drop with proper form and technique.
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Start in a side plank position, supporting your body on one forearm with your feet stacked. Engage your core and keep your body in a straight line from head to heels.
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Slowly drop your hips toward the ground without touching it, then lift your hips back to the starting plank position. Focus on using your obliques and lats to control the movement.
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Repeat for the desired repetitions, then switch to the other side.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Suspension Hip Drop safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your head, shoulders, and hips aligned to avoid strain on your neck or back.
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Engage your core throughout the exercise to maintain stability and control.
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Avoid letting your hips sag below your starting position to prevent injury.
Secondary Muscles
While Suspension Hip Drop primarily targets Obliques, Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Abs . 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 Suspension Hip Drop, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Suspension Hip Drop, 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.
