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Hips

Hip flexors, glutes, and hip stabilizers

Skills in Hips

90/90 Hip Stretch

Unlock hip mobility with this comprehensive stretch position. Addresses internal rotation deficiencies.

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4-8 weeks

Copenhagen Plank

Strengthen your adductors with this challenging side plank variation. Crucial for knee health and athletic performance.

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2-4 weeks

Couch Stretch

Unlock tight hip flexors with this intense stretch. Named for its use of a couch but devastatingly effective for modern hips.

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4-8 weeks

Deep Squat

Reclaim this fundamental human position. Essential for hip health, mobility, and functional movement patterns.

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1-3 months

Forward Fold

Master this fundamental flexibility position. Benefits your entire posterior chain while calming the nervous system.

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3-6 months

Front Splits

Master the classic splits position for enhanced hip flexibility and leg mobility. More achievable than middle splits for most practitioners.

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6-16 months

Glute Bridge

Activate and strengthen your glutes with this fundamental exercise. Essential for back health and athletic performance.

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1-2 weeks

Hamstring Flexibility

Develop flexible and strong hamstrings for better movement. Essential for forward folds, kicks, and injury prevention.

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3-6 months

Hip Circles

Mobilise your hips with controlled circular movements. Improves hip function and prepares for dynamic activities.

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1-2 weeks

Hip Flexor Conditioning

Strengthen and mobilise the hip flexors for improved performance. Essential for compression movements and athletic power.

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Ongoing

Lateral Lunges

Develop lateral movement strength and mobility. Essential for sports performance and balanced leg development.

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2-3 weeks

Leg Raises

Build powerful hip flexors and lower abs with this classic exercise. Progress from bent knee to straight leg variations.

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4-8 weeks

Low Lunge

Open your hip flexors with this fundamental stretch. Essential for runners and anyone who sits frequently.

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2-4 weeks

Manna

The pinnacle of core compression—a V-sit pushed beyond vertical. This extreme skill showcases ultimate hip flexor strength.

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3-7 years

Middle Splits

Achieve maximum hip flexibility with full straddle splits. This challenging flexibility goal enhances athletic performance and movement quality.

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12-36 months

Pancake Stretch

Achieve remarkable hip flexibility with this wide-legged forward fold. Essential for press handstands and advanced movement patterns.

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6-18 months

Pike Compression

Develop active flexibility by lifting your legs toward your torso. This skill bridges the gap between flexibility and strength.

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4-8 months

Pistol Squat

Master the single-leg squat for exceptional leg strength and balance. This challenging movement builds functional lower body power.

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3-6 months

Press to Handstand

Elegantly lift into a handstand without jumping. This skill combines exceptional strength with flexibility and control.

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1-2 years

Shrimp Squat

Master this challenging single-leg squat variation. A unique movement that builds exceptional leg strength and balance.

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4-6 months

Stalder Press

Press to handstand with legs straddled wide and compressed. This advanced skill combines extreme flexibility with pressing strength.

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2-3 years

Toes-to-Bar

Develop explosive core strength and compression with this dynamic exercise. Essential for gymnasts and CrossFit athletes.

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2-3 months

V-Sit

The advanced evolution of the L-sit, requiring exceptional hip compression and core strength. This skill showcases true abdominal power and flexibility.

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1-2 years