The side plank clamshell is an amazing exercise you can easily implement into warm ups to enhance hip stability & control. Try just 5-10 reps with a 5” hold. .Shout out @muscleandmotion for the amazing anatomy graphics & @__fitwki__ for the clamshell video! | Squat University

The side plank clamshell is one of my favorite exercises to use during my warm up. Whenever you squat we want the hips, knees and ankles all in an unwavering alignment. This allows us to produce efficient force and power for lifting big weight and decrease injury risk.👍🏼 . One of the reasons technique faults like hip shifts or knee cave occur is due to imbalances in strength and stability – and the weak link is often at the hips. If we zoom into your lateral hip we find a muscle called the glu