PDFThe muscles shorten in concentric contraction as you lift your hips, then pay out eccentrically as you reverse the movement. The exercise also works the calf muscles and stretches the abdominal muscles and the fronts of your hips to a certain extent. This exercise is excellent for co-ordinating these muscle groups. it helps counteract the tendency for the back and hips to slump into the bent position under the pressure of gravity when sitting or standing. So it makes it easier to sit and stand up straight, without hunching the back.
Position: Lie on your back with your knees bent, hands by your sides
Movement: Lift your hips upwards so that you balance on your feet and shoulders
Position: Lie on your back with your knees bent, hands by your sides
Movement: Lift your hips upwards so that you balance on your feet and shoulders
Repetitions and frequency: 10-20 times, 2 times a day
After injury: Can be done as soon as pain permits after a back or hip problem or injury to the hamstrings or front-thigh.
After injury: Can be done as soon as pain permits after a back or hip problem or injury to the hamstrings or front-thigh.
