Kneeling Hip Hinge

Exercise Overview

This is a motor patterning exercise that is used to train hold a neutral spine in hip flexion activities like the squat or deadlift, and may be used as a warmup for activities like running. Maintain a braced core to keep the spine as neutral as possible during this exercise. Start by kneeling on a padded surface and holding a tall knee position. Hinge forwards at the hips as far as possible without flexing through the spine. Extend through the hips to straight back to an upright position.

Muscles Involved

Superficial Back LineHamstringsErector SpinaeSquat WarmupDeadlift WarmupRunning WarmupSacroiliac Joint SyndromeThoracolumbar Syndrome

Related Conditions

Mechanical Low Back PainCore WeaknessLate Stage Rehab

Equipment Needed

No equipment needed

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