Standing Balance Hip Flexion
Improve balance & flexibility! Standing Balance Hip Flexion strengthens core & hip flexors. Do it slowly and only as high as you can while balanced.
The Standing Balance Hip Flexion mainly works the core, with help from the quads. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Balance Hip Flexion Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Flexor (iliopsoas); Abdominals (rectus abdominis)
Secondary
Quads (quadriceps femoris); Deep Core (transverse abdominis)
Standing Balance Hip Flexion Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Balance Hip Flexion
1: Start by standing upright with your feet shoulder-width apart.
2: Engage your core muscles to help with balance throughout the exercise.
3: Shift your weight onto your left foot, keeping your knee slightly bent.
4: Slowly raise your right leg straight in front of you without bending at the knee. Ensure your toes are pointing up, and your leg is as straight as possible.
5: Try to raise your leg to a height where you feel the stretch but can still maintain balance and form. Hold the position for a few seconds.
6: Slowly lower your leg back to the starting position.
7: Repeat the movement for the desired number of repetitions.
8: Switch legs and perform the same movements on the other side.
Make sure to perform this exercise in a slow and controlled manner to maintain balance and muscle engagement. Keep your back straight and avoid leaning forward. The images provide a visual reference by highlighting the muscles involved in this exercise, showing the standing position, leg raised position, and muscles engaged throughout the maneuver.
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Standing Balance Hip Flexion FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Balance Hip Flexion work?
The Standing Balance Hip Flexion mainly works the core, with help from the quads. The main muscles are the iliopsoas and rectus abdominis.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Balance Hip Flexion?
None. The Standing Balance Hip Flexion is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What workout day should the Standing Balance Hip Flexion go on?
It belongs on leg day in a push/pull/legs routine.
What are some Standing Balance Hip Flexion variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Balance-Board Standing Stretch, Band Straight-Leg Hip Flexion, Boat Stretch and Cable Standing Hip Flexion.
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