To do a hip shift, drive your weight towards the lateral leg while pushing your knee over your toes and outwards, feeling a stretch in the groin.
The hip shift, often used as a mobility exercise, involves laterally shifting your hips to improve range of motion and flexibility. Here's a breakdown based on the provided reference (although it's brief and from a YouTube video title):
Steps for Performing a Hip Shift:
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Starting Position: Assume a comfortable starting position, likely standing or on the ground, perhaps on your hands and knees. (The reference video doesn't specify the exact starting point, but this is a common way to begin this type of mobility exercise).
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Weight Shift: Shift your weight laterally (to the side).
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Knee Movement: As you shift your weight, focus on the leg you are shifting towards. Drive that knee over your toes. Critically, also focus on driving the knee outwards.
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Stretch Sensation: You should feel a stretch in your groin on the side you are shifting towards. This is an indication that the hip shift is targeting the correct muscles.
Key Considerations:
- Range of Motion: Don't force the movement. Work within a comfortable range of motion and gradually increase it over time.
- Controlled Movement: Perform the hip shift in a slow and controlled manner to avoid injury.
- Breathing: Breathe deeply throughout the exercise.
- Purpose: The hip shift improves mobility and flexibility in the hips and groin. It can be beneficial for athletes or anyone looking to improve their lower body movement.
