Standing Hip Extension (Straight Leg)
Standing at a support, sweep one straight leg back from the hip; the long leg makes the glute and hamstring share the work.
How to do it
Setup
Standing tall, hands on a support, weight on one leg, the other straight with the toes just off the floor.
Steps
- Sweep the straight leg back as far as the hip allows.
- Pause with the glute squeezed, torso tall.
- Return the leg under control; finish the side, switch.
Common mistakes
Tipping the torso forward to lift the leg higher: stand tall; the range is small. Knee bending on the way back: keep the leg long. Swinging for momentum: stop dead at each end.
Breathing
Exhale on the sweep, inhale returning.
