Lying Hip Lift (on stability ball) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Gluteus Maximus
- Equipment
- Stability ball
- Body Part
- Hips
- Primary Muscle
- Gluteus Maximus
- Secondary Muscles
- Hamstrings, Erector Spinae
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Stability Ball Hip Lift
How to: Lying Hip Lift (on stability ball)
- Lie on your back with your shoulders resting on a stability ball.
- Place your feet flat on the ground shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and drive through your heels, lifting your hips toward the ceiling.
- Hold for a moment at the top of the lift, then lower back down.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Overextending the back instead of using the glutes.
- Letting the knees bow inward during the lift.
- Not lifting high enough to fully engage the glutes.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise without a stability ball initially if balance is an issue.
- Use a lower stability ball to reduce the range of motion.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the lift to maintain stability.
- Ensure that your knees stay aligned with your toes during the movement.
- Keep your hips raised and avoid arching your back excessively.
Lying Hip Lift (on stability ball) Alternatives
Tags
glutes
hips
stability ball
strength
hamstrings
core