Abductors · Bodyweight

Prone Hip Circles Forward

Face-down circles that mobilize the hip forward.

Prone Hip Circles Forward exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Lie face down and prop on your forearms.
  2. Bend one knee and lift the thigh off the floor.
  3. Trace forward-rotating circles with the knee from the hip.
  4. Switch sides after your reps.

The one cue that matters

Press your hips into the floor and keep the core braced so your back stays flat.

Muscles worked

The Prone Hip Circles Forward isolates the Abductors — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted abductors volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the Prone Hip Circles Forward work?

The Prone Hip Circles Forward primarily works the Abductors.

What if I can't do many reps yet?

Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.

One side at a time?

Yes, it's a unilateral movement. Start with your weaker side and match the reps with your stronger side so no side gets ahead.

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