Resistance Band Hip Flexion Exercise
The hip flexion exercise strengthens the Iliopsoas and Rectus Femoris muscles which may need strengthening after an overuse tendonitis type injury.
Teaching Points
- Wrap one end of the band around your ankle and attach the other end to a stationary object close to the floor.
- Start with your feet shoulder width apart and lift the leg off the floor, bending the knee towards your stomach.
- Slowly return to the starting position.
- Try to keep the hips level throughout the exercise.
Muscles Worked
- Iliopsoas.
- Rectus Femoris.
Alternative exercises
- Wall sit.
- Straight leg raise.
Related Injuries
- Inflammation of the Rectus Femoris tendon.
- Rupture of the Iliopsoas muscle.
