Hip Hinge Reach
The Hip Hinge Reach mainly works the lower back, glutes & hips and hamstrings, with help from the shoulders. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Hip Hinge Reach Muscles Worked
Primary
Spinal Erectors (erector spinae); Glutes (gluteus maximus); Hamstrings
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Hip Hinge Reach
Stand tall with your feet about hip-width apart and arms relaxed by your sides.
Push your hips backward while maintaining a soft bend in your knees and a flat back.
Lower your torso forward until you feel a gentle stretch along the back of your legs.
Extend both arms straight out overhead in line with your torso as you hold the hinge position.
Squeeze your glutes to press your hips forward and return to the starting upright position.
Hip Hinge Reach FAQs
What muscles does the Hip Hinge Reach work?
The Hip Hinge Reach mainly works the lower back, glutes & hips and hamstrings, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the erector spinae, gluteus maximus and hamstrings.
What equipment do you need for the Hip Hinge Reach?
None. The Hip Hinge Reach is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
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