Abductors · Bodyweight

Standing Hip Circle

Loosen the hip joint with big controlled circles.

Standing Hip Circle exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Stand tall and hold something for balance.
  2. Lift one knee up in front of you.
  3. Draw a large circle with the knee, opening it out to the side and back.
  4. Reverse the direction, then switch legs.

The one cue that matters

Make the circles big and slow. Rushing turns it into a wobble instead of mobility work.

Muscles worked

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

FAQ

What muscles does the Standing Hip Circle work?

The Standing Hip Circle 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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