10 exercises to increase hip thickness
1. Leg Press:
Sit on the leg press machine and place your feet on the platform.
Straighten your legs and pull the platform toward your hips.
Squeeze your hips and return to the starting position.
2. Hip Abduction Machine:
Sit on the hip abduction machine and place your feet on the pads.
Open your legs outward and squeeze your hips.
Return to the starting position.
3. Hip Adduction Machine:
Sit on the hip adduction machine and place your feet on the pads.
Bring your feet together and squeeze your hips.
Return to the starting position.
4. Hip Thrusts:
Lie on your back, bend your knees and keep your feet flat on the floor.
Raise your hips until your body is in a straight line.
Squeeze your hips and return to the starting position.
5. Glute Bridges:
Lie on your back, bend your knees and keep your feet flat on the floor.
Raise your hips until your body is in a straight line from shoulders to knees.
Squeeze your hips and return to the starting position.
6. Squats:
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Squat down by pushing your hips back as if you were going to sit in a chair.
Don't let your knees go beyond your toes.
Return to the starting position.
7. Lunges:
Stand with your feet together.
Take a step forward and bend your knee so it's just above your ankle.
Lower your back knee toward the ground.
Return to the starting position and repeat with the other leg.
8. Fire Hydrant:
Get on your hands and knees.
Bend your right knee and lift it toward your hip.
Bring your knee back to the starting position.
Repeat with the other leg.
9. Deadlift:
Stand with your feet hip-width apart and place a barbell on the floor in front of you.
Lean forward and grab the barbell by pushing your hips back.
Straighten your hips and lift the barbell up to your shoulders.
Lower the barbell back down to the starting position.
10. Step-Ups:
Stand in front of a step or platform.
Place your right foot on the platform and place your left foot next to your right foot.
Bring your left foot down and step onto the platform again with your right foot.
Repeat with the other leg.
Exercise Tips:
Perform these exercises at least 2-3 times a week.
Start with 2-3 sets of 10-15 repetitions and gradually increase the intensity and duration.
It is important to maintain proper form to avoid injury.
Pair these exercises with a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins.
Increasing hip thickness takes time and dedication. Be patient and be consistent.
Note: If you have a medical condition or have not exercised in a long time, it is important to consult your doctor before starting any new exercise program.
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