2 Exercises to Strengthen Hip Flexors at Home

Summary by Krater

This video explains hip flexion anatomy and demonstrates two exercises to strengthen hip flexors at shortened and lengthened positions.

From the video

Answers: How do I strengthen my hip flexors?

• Hip flexion anatomy
• Hip flexor exercises
• Shortened hip flexors
• Lengthened hip flexors
• Hip external and internal rotation

Exercises

• Seated hip flexion · bench · 10-20 repetitions
• Lengthened hip flexion · bench · 5-20 repetitions

What it concludes

• Hip flexor muscles include the iliopsoas, iliacus, rectus femoris, adductors, gluteus minimus, gluteus medius, tensor fasciae latae, and sartorius.
• Strengthening hip flexors at both shortened and lengthened positions builds control at every length.
• Do exercises twice a week to start, giving rest days in between.
• Use light weights, such as a 1-pound or 5-pound ankle weight, to start additional resistance without overworking.
• Keep lower back as flat as possible during lengthened hip flexion exercises to avoid arching.