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Glutes · Beginner

SMR Hip External Rotator

Self-myofascial release for the deep gluteal and hip external-rotator region using controlled pressure.

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Exercise overview

Training details

GlutesAbductors

Equipment

Foam Roller

Sets × time

3 × 30 sec

Rest

15 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Sit on a foam roller with it positioned beneath your right glute and support yourself with both hands.
  2. 02Cross your right ankle over your left knee and lean your weight toward the right hip.
  3. 03Use your hands and left foot to make short, slow rolls over the deep gluteal area.
  4. 04Pause briefly on tender muscular points while breathing and keeping the pressure tolerable.
  5. 05Cover the area without rolling over the hip joint, then uncross your legs and repeat on the left side.

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