Exercise of the Month: May

EXERCISE OF THE MONTH: Hip swings

How to do it: 

Front to back

• Brace yourself on something sturdy with one hand. 

• Kick one leg forward and back, increasing in height so you feel a hamstring and hip flexor stretch. 

• Repeat 10-15 times for each leg. 

   

Side to side

• Brace yourself on something sturdy with both hands. 

• Kick one leg side to side in front of your body, increasing in height so you feel a stretch in the inner and outer thigh.

• Repeat 10-15 times. 

Caution: Do not overstretch your hips and legs! Keep the stretches within a pain-free range of motion. Contact a Fitness Professional to get advice on your specific needs and avoid injury. 

Primary Movers:

Front to back – hamstrings & hip flexors

Side to side – inner and outer thigh

Benefits: Dynamic flexibility