Standing Hip Circles

Standing Hip Circles

Body Part: stretching

Target Muscles: abductors

Equipment: body only

Difficulty: beginner

Instructions

Step 1. Begin standing on one leg, holding to a vertical support.

Step 2. Raise the unsupported knee to 90 degrees. This will be your starting position.

Step 3. Open the hip as far as possible, attempting to make a big circle with your knee.

Step 4. Perform this movement slowly for a number of repetitions, and repeat on the other side.

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