Seated Clamshell with Band
Exercise Overview
The seated clamshell with band exercise is a hip abductor and external rotation strengthening exercise. Loop a miniband or tie an exercise band around the thighs just above the knees. Sit down on a chair or bench with your knees bent to 90 degrees and feet planted together. Spread the band apart by pushing out with your knees and hold for up to 2 seconds before bringing the knees together again.
Muscles Involved
Gluteus MaximusGluteus MediusPiriformis
Related Conditions
Knee OsteoarthritisHip OsteoarthritisSacroiliac Joint SyndromeHip Spine SyndromeGluteal TendinopathyGreater Trochanter BursitisExternal Snapping Hip SyndromeHip ImpingementKnocked Knees / Genu Valgum
