Hip Extension with Bands

Hip Extension with Bands — Start position — Start position

Hip Extension with Bands — End position — End position

Region: Hip & Glute
Equipment: Bands
Category: Strength
Level: Beginner
Mechanic: compound
Force: push

Muscles worked

glutes
hamstrings

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

Secure one end of the band to the lower portion of a post and attach the other to one ankle.
Facing the attachment point of the band, hold on to the column to stabilize yourself.
Keeping your head and your chest up, move the resisted leg back as far as you can while keeping the knee straight.
Return the leg to the starting position.

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