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Band Bent-over Hip Extension

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Beginner

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Glutes accessibility Upper Legs
Hamstrings Lower Back

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Band

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

4.3

Force

push

Band Bent-over Hip Extension is a beginner single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Glutes in the Upper Legs region. Performed using band, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Hamstrings and Lower Back.

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Attach the band to a sturdy anchor point at ankle height.

2

Stand facing away from the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart.

3

Step back to create tension in the band, keeping your knees slightly bent.

4

Hinge at the hips and lean forward, maintaining a neutral spine.

5

Extend your right leg straight back, squeezing your glutes at the top.

6

Lower your right leg back down and repeat with the left leg.

7

Continue alternating legs for the desired number of repetitions.

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