Standing Hip Controlled Articular Rotation (male)

Standing Hip Controlled Articular Rotation demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand up straight with your feet hip-width apart
  • 2Lift one knee up towards your chest
  • 3Keeping your knee at a 90° angle, rotate your hip to bring your knee out to the side
  • 4Continue to rotate your hip to extend your leg behind you
  • 5Lower your leg back down in a controlled manner

Tips:

  • Ensure your torso remains upright and stable throughout
  • Perform the movement slowly to maximise control
  • Should not feel discomfort or pain in your hip joint
  • Keep the rest of your body stationary as you perform this move

Standing Hip Controlled Articular Rotation Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs