Hip Roll
A lying mobility drill where you roll your hips side to side to improve mobility and warm up the hip joint.
Instructions
- Lie on your back on a mat with your knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
- Keep your feet hip-width apart and parallel to each other.
- Place your arms out to the sides for stability and balance.
- Slowly roll your knees to one side, keeping both feet on the floor.
- Return to center and roll to the opposite side.
- Continue alternating sides in a smooth, controlled manner.
Tips
- Keep your shoulders flat on the ground throughout the movement.
- Move slowly and avoid forcing the stretch.
- Focus on the sensation of the hip mobility improving with each rep.
- This is an excellent warm-up exercise before training.
- Breathe steadily and relax into the movement.
Recommended starting values
Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.
| Goal | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|
| Gain strength | 3 | 7 reps |
| Build muscle | 3 | 10 reps |
| Build endurance | 3 | 14 reps |