Weighted Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball
Muscle Groups: Glutes
Weighted Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball focuses on Glutes, with Hamstrings, Hips working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball with proper form and technique.
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Lie on your back with one foot on a medicine ball and the other leg extended straight up into the air.
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Engage your core and drive through your heel on the medicine ball to lift your hips towards the ceiling, squeezing your glutes at the top.
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Lower your hips back down towards the ground to return to the starting position.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your shoulders and back flat on the ground throughout the movement.
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Avoid letting your hips drop too low; maintain control of the movement.
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Ensure your foot stays centered on the medicine ball to prevent slipping.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball primarily targets Glutes , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Hamstrings, 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 Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Single-leg Hip Raise with Foot on Medicine Ball, 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.
