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band bent-over hip extension

band bent-over hip extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

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

Step 6

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

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

glutes

Secondary muscles

hamstringslower back

Primary body parts

thighsglutes

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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