Weighted Marching Hip Raise
Muscle Groups: Glutes
Weighted 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 Weighted 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, holding a weight on your hips.
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Press your feet into the ground and lift your hips towards the ceiling by engaging your glutes.
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March in place by lifting one foot off the ground and then the other while maintaining hip height.
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Lower your hips back to the floor to finish.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Marching Hip Raise safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your back flat on the ground to avoid arching and strain on your lower back.
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Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain stability and support your hips.
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Avoid lifting the weight too high; focus on controlled movements instead.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted 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 Weighted 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 Weighted 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.
