Dumbbell Hip Curl

Exercise Overview

The dumbbell hip curl is a strengthening exercise for the hip flexors. This exercise requires a dumbbell ankle strap. Attach a dumbbell to the bottom of your foot. While standing raise the knee up to 90 degrees hip flexion. Keep the core braced to maintain a neutral spine. Hold the hip flexion for up to 2 seconds before returning to start position. If needed, you may hold onto a wall for additional support.

Muscles Involved

Hip FlexorsIliopsoasPsoas MajorIliacusRectus Femoris

Related Conditions

Iliopsoas Tendinitis / Iliopsoas TendinopathyInternal Snapping Hip SyndromeHip Impingement

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