Don’t we need to feel more flexible and less “CONCRETE” in the hip joints? Having seen people for mobility training in both my one-on-one personal training and KinStretch class, I noticed many people who struggle with hip mobility sit a lot at work. They often commented how stiff their hips are and how they lack movement in those joints.
Certainly, not having enough hip mobility can be a problem. You may struggle with squats, pistol squats, kettlebell swings or any exercises that require hip joint movement. The very reason why a person can do an exercise proficiently is that the required joints involved in that exercise are moving well enough. Doing that exercise doesn’t necessarily make your joints move better. Having the pre-requisite joint movements grant you access to the exercise.
If you ever feel you need to show some love to your hips and don’t know where to start, this may just be the guide you need to help you start making your hips less stiff and more mobile. Repeat the following for 3 to 5 rounds when you’re medically cleared to exercise and allowed to do hip mobility.
Hip Mobility Exercise #1 – Hip CARs (Controlled Articular Rotations)
Perform 2 reps on each side of the hip as seen in the video below. Be mindful of how your hips are moving and the difference between both sides. You can’t change things without being aware of you’re moving.
Hip Mobility Exercise #2 – Internal Rotation (IR) of the Hip PAILs/RAILs
Hip Mobility Exercise #3 – External Hip Rotation (ER) of the Hip PAILs/RAILs
Hip Mobility Exercise #4 – Number Four PAILs/RAILs
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