Hip Extension with Bands
How to do the Hip Extension with Bands
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Secure one end of the band to the lower portion of a post and attach the other to one ankle.
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Facing the attachment point of the band, hold on to the column to stabilize yourself.
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Keeping your head and your chest up, move the resisted leg back as far as you can while keeping the knee straight.
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Return the leg to the starting position.
How to program the Hip Extension with Bands
Sets and reps
As a compound movement, the Hip Extension with Bands responds well to heavier loading. For strength, work in the 3–5 sets of 4–8 reps range with 2–3 minutes of rest between sets. For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 90 seconds of rest is the classic hypertrophy zone. Place it early in your session, when you're freshest, and leave 1–3 reps in reserve on most sets.
Progression
The Hip Extension with Bands is beginner-friendly. Start with a load (or rep count) you can complete with clean form on every set, then add a small amount of weight or 1–2 reps each week. When you hit the top of your rep range on all sets, increase the load and drop back to the bottom of the range — simple double progression.
Secondary muscles worked
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Hip Extension with Bands work?
The Hip Extension with Bands primarily targets the Glutes. It also recruits the Hamstrings as supporting muscles.
What equipment do I need for the Hip Extension with Bands?
You need Bands. Difficulty level: Beginner.
How many sets and reps of the Hip Extension with Bands should I do?
For strength, do 3–5 sets of 4–8 reps with 2–3 minutes rest. For muscle growth, do 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with about 90 seconds rest.
