Fitness trainer shares 5 exercises for good hip joint health to undo the damage of long hours sitting at work
London-based fitness trainer, Ruben De Monte, took to Instagram on June 15 and shared 5 stretching exercises that help ease tight hips and improve mobility. Moreover, as he described, the set of exercises is also suitable for runners, athletes for a quick warm-up.
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As Ruben shared, one minute for each exercise, and then repeat the entire sequence 3 times, making the routine a total of 15 minutes.
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The series consists of:
This set of exercises targets different areas of the lower body, all ultimately benefiting the hip joint. Whether it's loosening the hamstrings with the help of squats or stretching the side muscles (obliques) with side bends, each movement in the exercises actively enhances flexibility, reduces stiffness, and supports better hip mobility over time. Additionally, not only does a good set of exercises keep the joint agile, but it also prevents the risk of injury.
However, hip pain can also become extreme and severe, affecting day-to-day functions and movements. One of the conditions that falls under the umbrella of hip pain is hip impingement, which occurs when there is unusual contact between the femur and the pelvis during movement. This causes severe pain in the lower back.
In an earlier interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Aashish Arbat, Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon at Jehangir Multispeciality Hospitals in Pune, shared when one should visit a doctor because of hip impingement. He said, 'The symptoms are a clicking or popping sensation during movement, particularly when engaging in activities like squatting or sitting cross-legged, discomfort while performing any activities, hip pain while walking, stiffness in the hip and groin, lower back pain, and inability to flex the hip. One should consult the doctor after experiencing these symptoms.'
To read more about hip impingement, why it happens and who is at risk, click to read here.
Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
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