Muscle Groups Involved
- Adductors - Primary
- Glutes - Primary
Category
Bodyweight
Highlights
- Stand tall with a braced core.
- Use a wall for balance if needed.
- Swing your leg while keeping it straight.
- Be sure to cross your standing leg.
Description
The Lateral Leg Swing is a common warm up exercise used to mobilize the hips and stretch the glutes and adductors. To perform the Lateral Leg Swing start in a standing position with your abs braced
Common Mistakes
Do not cheat by bending your knee instead of increasing your range of motio
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Pro Tips
Hold onto a wall or other stationary object to improve balance so you can f
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Purpose
The Lateral Leg Swing is a great no equipment needed option for warming up
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Form
Your spine should be neutral throughout the movement. Your leg should be st
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