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Hip Extension with Bands

Main muscles
Glutes
Also works
Hamstrings
Equipment
Bands
Level
Beginner
Type
Compound · Push

How to do it

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

Quick answers

What muscles does the Hip Extension with Bands work?
Mainly the glutes, with help from the hamstrings.
What equipment do I need?
Bands.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes, it is rated beginner level.
How do I track progress on it?
Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.

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