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An Introduction to 90/90 Hip Mobility Exercises

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Jul 22, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

90/90 hip mobility work is highly effective for improving functional range of motion of your hip joints.

Before beginning 90/90 work, I suggest warming up your spine, particularly your lower spine, as sitting in the 90/90 position can put some strain on your spine and surrounding soft tissues, and thoroughly warming up your back will decrease risk of straining muscles and ligaments in and around your spine. Read more

 

How to Strengthen Your Hips and Core

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 21, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

For those interested in preserving hip health and mobility, this is a compound movement that I can suggest working at - it's more challenging than basic hip swivel work, but is an excellent way of combining hip, core, and upper body conditioning. Read more

 

How to Open Up Tight Hips

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on May 08, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

For those struggling with hip pain and stiffness, this is a simple stretch that I recommend doing daily.

This is best done with a strong resistance band - I prefer one made of a fabric-like material like this: Fabric Resistance Band Read more

 

3 Stretches For Better Hip Mobility

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 10, 2023
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

The idea is to take our hips through internal rotation, external rotation, and then a deep general stretch that includes the glutes and the connective tissue fascia that ties in with the lower back.

All 3 stretches can be held for as long as is comfortable. Read more

 

How to Lengthen Your Hip Flexors for Optimal Hip and Back Health

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Dec 13, 2022
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

This is a look at how to lengthen hip flexors - keeping hip flexors at an optimal length allows for optimal hip mobility, and in those with a history of tight hip flexors, stretching them often leads to improvement in back health. Read more

 

Mobility Training to Help Prevent and Address Sciatica

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Nov 26, 2022
Hip Mobility Exercises

This is a look at a handful of mobility exercises and foam rolling tips that are generally helpful to those looking to prevent or overcome mild to moderate sciatica. Read more

 

Hip Mobility Exercises

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Apr 05, 2022
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

Active Hamstring Stretch / Knee Extension:

Standing Hip Circles:

Swivel Hips:

Sole Frog Stretch: Read more

 

8-Minute Hip Care Routine

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 19, 2021
Exercises for Mobility and Functional Strength
Hip Mobility Exercises

This is a follow along hip care routine.

Begin seated on a comfortable surface with your legs extended in front of you. Read more

 

Try This To Improve Insulin Sensitivity, Blood Sugar Regulation, and Body Composition

Posted by Dr. Ben Kim on Oct 03, 2019
Hip Mobility Exercises

To improve your body's ability to store glucose as glycogen in your skeletal muscles, try doing some body weight squats before each substantial meal. Even one set of 10 to 20 body weight squats is enough to prime and prepare your skeletal muscles to act as receptive storage sites for glycogen. Read more

 

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