Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation
Improve hip mobility & core strength! This exercise combines rotation & slide for a full-body challenge. Feel the burn!
The Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs) and core, with help from the back. No equipment needed: it uses just your bodyweight.
Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation Muscles Worked
Primary
Hip Abductor (gluteus medius); Obliques
Secondary
Abdominals (rectus abdominis); Lats (latissimus dorsi)
Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation Variations and Alternatives
How to do the Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation
Standing Hip Frontal Rotation Side Slide Arm Instructions
Positioning
Starting Position: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms bent at a 90-degree angle in front of you.
Hand Placement: Place your palms together in front of your chest, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
Movement
Hip Rotation:
Shift your weight onto your right foot.
Rotate your left leg outward at the hip while keeping your knee straight.
Lift your left foot slightly off the ground, keeping your toes pointed to the side.
Side Slide:
While maintaining the hip rotation, slide your right foot out to the side to create a wider stance.
Keep your left leg extended in the air while you slide.
Return to Start:
Slide your right foot back to the starting position.
Rotate your left leg back to the neutral position, lowering your foot to the ground.
Repetition: Repeat the movement for a set number of repetitions, then switch to the other side, shifting your weight onto your left foot and repeating the steps.
Tips
Ensure your core stays engaged to maintain balance during the exercise.
Move slowly and with control to avoid strain.
Focus on the alignment of your body throughout the movement.
Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation FAQs
What muscles does the Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation work?
The Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation mainly works the hip abductors (outer thighs) and core, with help from the back. The main muscles are the gluteus medius and obliques.
What equipment do you need for the Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation?
None. The Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it anywhere.
What are some Standing Side Arm & Hip Frontal Slide Rotation variations and alternatives?
Similar exercises include the Body Slide, Towel Side Kneeling Straight-Leg Slide, Side Slide and Side-To-Side Arm Rotational Extension.
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