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Standing Hip Circles

Stretching · No equipment · Beginner
Standing Hip Circles, starting positionStanding Hip Circles, end position

How to do it

  1. Begin standing on one leg, holding to a vertical support.
  2. Raise the unsupported knee to 90 degrees. This will be your starting position.
  3. Open the hip as far as possible, attempting to make a big circle with your knee.
  4. Perform this movement slowly for a number of repetitions, and repeat on the other side.

Works

Abductors

Also: Adductors

When to stop

Stop and rest if you feel chest pain or pressure, are more short of breath than you'd expect, feel dizzy or faint, or have sudden pain. If chest pain or faintness doesn't pass when you rest, call 911.

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