Resistance Band Clam
Gym Exercise Card
Equipment
The Resistance Band Clam exercise targets the muscles of the hip and thighs, primarily working on hip stabilization and strengthening the glute muscles. It can help improve hip mobility and stability, making it beneficial for athletes and anyone looking to enhance lower body strength and function.
How to do it
- Lie on your side with knees bent at a 45-degree angle and your hips stacked.
- Place a resistance band around your thighs just above your knees.
- Keep your feet together and lift the top knee as high as possible while keeping your pelvis stable.
- Hold briefly at the top, then slowly lower your knee back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides.
Muscles worked
Primary Gluteus Medius Gluteus Minimus
Secondary Gluteus Maximus Tensor Fasciae Latae