Standing Hip Circles

Warm up your hips and increase joint mobility with this circular motion.

FitnessTracker recommends this warm-up drill to prime the hips before training or to improve mobility over time. It's easy to perform and surprisingly effective.

Instructions

  1. Stand on one leg and hold onto a stable surface for balance.
  2. Lift your opposite knee to hip height, keeping your torso upright.
  3. Move the lifted leg in a wide circle, opening the hip joint.
  4. Perform slow, controlled reps in both directions, then switch sides.