Start Position:
- Wrap the resistance band around an object that is not going to move such as a pole, fence, tree or something similar and create a loop. The resistance band should be in a low position.
- Stand upright facing toward the anchor point and move away from the anchor point to create some tension in the resistance band. Bend your support leg (the leg without the resistance band wrapped around it) slightly.
End Position:
- Stand upright facing toward the anchor point with your leg extended (from the hip) as far backward as possible.
Modification Options:
- Extend your leg (from the hip) as far backward as possible.
- As you extend your leg, maintain a slight bend in your support leg.
- Then allow your leg to slowly return to the start position and repeat.
- Once you have completed your set on one side, repeat on the other side.
Modification Options:
- Vary the strength or length of the resistance band used to increase/ decrease the difficulty of the exercise or move further away from the anchor point to increase the difficulty
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Start position
End position
Exercise Information
Exercise Name: Standing Hip Extension
Resistance Band Type: Resistance Loop Band
In this video you will learn the technique for the Standing Hip Extensionexercise.
Exercise Warm-up
Click here for a dynamic stretching routine to help you get ready for your resistance band workout as well as improve your mobility.
Exercise Cool-down
Click here for a static stretching routine to help you cool-down as well as improve your flexibility after your resistance band exercise workout.
Activating Your Core
Click here for instructions on how to activate your core together with specific exercises to strengthen your core.