Laying Clams

Watch Alicia Kyrgios as she performs the laying clams, an effective exercise for strengthening your hips and activating your glutes. In this video, Alicia provides clear, step-by-step instructions to ensure you perform this movement correctly, making it an excellent addition to your lower body workout routine. Perfect for targeting the gluteus medius and improving overall hip stability, the laying clams help enhance your fitness journey.
Exercise Instructions:
Lie on your side with your legs stacked and knees bent at a 90-degree angle.
Rest your head on your lower arm and place your top hand on your hip for stability.
Keep your feet together and engage your core.
Lift your top knee as high as you can while keeping your feet touching, opening your legs like a clamshell.
Hold the position for a moment, then slowly lower your knee back to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of reps, then switch sides.
Key Tips:
Keep your movements slow and controlled to maximize muscle engagement.
Focus on using your glutes to lift your knee, not your lower back.
Maintain the 90-degree angle at your knees throughout the exercise.
Breathe steadily and engage your core to maintain stability.
Strengthen your hips and activate your glutes with this effective exercise!
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