Clamshell Exercise
Ready to strengthen your hips and glutes? The Clamshell Exercise is your ticket to better balance and a more stable running form.
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How To Do Clamshell Exercise With Proper Form
- Start by lying on your side with legs together and knees bent.
- Engage your core and glutes.
- Keeping your feet together, slowly lift your top knee.
- Hold briefly at the top and activate your hips and glutes
- For an added challenge, use a resistance band around your thighs.
Clamshell Exercise Mistakes To Avoid
- Don’t let your hips rotate or your body shift position.
- Keep movements slow and controlled to maintain muscle engagement.
- If you feel your hips moving, try reducing the range of motion.
- Remember, focus on form over speed.
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